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Does my 2011 f150 have a transmission cooler?

Does my 2011 f150 have a transmission cooler?

Transmission coolers are more efficient when they receive maximum air flow. At Position 1, the transmission cooler is 100% efficient.

Do you need a fan to install a transmission cooler?

If you place the cooler in and area with little air flow, a fan is a must When installing coolers, make sure lines are clear of anything that can rub them Always use line that is approved for transmission/hydraulic fluid Fuel line will not work and will break down in transmission fluid.

Where to place a transmission cooler for towing?

While a tube and fin can be large transmission cooler, they may not be the best to rely on when it comes to towing heavier loads. When adding an external cooler on your Truck or SUV, it is recommended to place the cooler in front of the radiator and air conditioning condenser.

How is a transmission cooler set up in a hot rod?

If you are mounting it in front of the radiator, always make sure the fin’s in the cooler are parallel with the fin’s in the radiator. This prevents restricting air flow to the radiator. Fuel line will not work and will break down in transmission fluid. Bypassing the radiator is the way we prefer a cooler be set up.

Is it better to bypass the factory transmission cooler?

If you live in a very warm area, it may be better to bypass the factory transmission cooler in the radiator in favor of a larger, external transmission cooler.

What do you need to know about transmission cooler installation?

The below transmission cooler installation diagram shows the transmission fluid flow direction and how the fluid will be routed through a new external cooler. You will need to determine which line is the return for the transmission.

What are the best transmission coolers for towing?

Transmission coolers are rated by their gross vehicle weight or GVW, and this can go from as little as 10,000, all the way up to 40,000 or more! Based on the transmission cooler GVW chart shown below, the optimal transmission cooler should be at least 20,000 depending on the tow capacity. What Are The Best Transmission Coolers For Towing?

What kind of transmission cooler is derale 15960?

The Derale 15960 transmission cooler is a stacked plate style cooler with 25 cooling rows and an 8″ fan that flows 500+ CFM. This combo was designed for maximum transmission cooling efficiency. The cooler itself is rated for 30,000 GVW, so with the addition of the fan, this is one serious transmission cooler.

Where is the best place to mount a trans cooler?

Based on this, the best place to mount a cooler would be in front of the air conditioning condenser. This position will allow the trans cooler to get ample air flow while moving in addition to getting air from the engine’s cooling fans when stopped.

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Ruth Doyle