A4 trans cooler - last question
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Le Mans Master
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From: Tucson AZ
A4 trans cooler - Help!
Like many of you, I have decided to install a transmission cooler and was wondering if the "barbed fitting, hose clamp" installation technique that they all seem to come with, was really adequate. Have any of you had a leakage problem doing it this way? Would it be better to use "an type" fittings and braided hose? Thanks. WHAT SIZE FITTINGS (an type) do you use at the radiator and for the trans return line???? HELP. Thanks :seeya
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Le Mans Master
Joined: Oct 1999
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From: Tucson AZ
Re: A4 trans cooler - last question (carpe dm)
It seems like they would provide added security/durability, etc. Anyone know what size an fittings to use? Is the radiator filling 1/2" thread? Thanks for the help; hope you have a good Thanksgiving!
Le Mans Master
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Re: A4 trans cooler - last question (carpe dm)
I agree with Edgar.
I used slip on hoses with clamps on another car and the clamps would need tightening every so often, especially in the cold. I would never install a cooler like that again.
I used slip on hoses with clamps on another car and the clamps would need tightening every so often, especially in the cold. I would never install a cooler like that again.
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Le Mans Master
Joined: Oct 1999
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From: Tucson AZ
Re: A4 trans cooler - last question (carpe dm)
Thanks Face. Does anyone know what AN type fitting is needed for the trans fluid return line? (The one that you disconnect from ther radiator). I want to order the parts, but don't want to take the car apart until I have to. Thanks for the help. :seeya
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Le Mans Master
Joined: Oct 1999
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From: Tucson AZ
Re: A4 trans cooler - last question (carpe dm)
Help.... I need to know the fitting sizes and types for the radiator and the return line. There must be someone out there who has installed a trans cooler. Thanks :)
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