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Old Jun 20, 2005 | 12:57 AM
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Since I have 3 vehicles with auto transmissions,wouldnt it be wise to add additional cooling by mounting an aftermarket tranny cooler,mounted in front of my radiator(s) I read occasionally every now & then that it would be wise,as it increases tranny life,aids in performance,etc. If so,how do I determine what size is best,& still fit in the desired location.I guess its a bit tight on C3's,eh? Thanks for any info...
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i have mine in between the radiator and condenser on my 75. the one i got is about 10x6. it will cool better than the stock cooler in the radiator.heat is probably what ruins most automatic trans.
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Originally Posted by chris75stingray
.heat is probably what ruins most automatic trans.
Most definitely. I just installed a 7"x14" cooler inline (after) the radiator cooler in my modified '95 and trans temps in normal driving are down from over 230 at times to under 190 now. Coolant temps are down a few too.
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You guys suggest any particular brand or type?
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Old Jun 28, 2005 | 03:33 PM
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I'm running one of the biggest B&M's from Summit Racing with 1/2 ID lines.

If I had it to do over again I would have run some trick fan type unit placed out back some where
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