[Landshark]

Originally posted by Mr. Pockets


I would argue with this point for only one reason: (Remember that I have a cooler installed, so I'm not really arguing with you.) In theory a cooler helps keep the tranny cool, but that all depends on how it's installed.

Now, I have to admit that I had no research to back up my installation, but since there were two other heat-exchanging devices (radiator, AC condenser) in the same location, I figured it wasn't a bad bet.

But I question some other installations I see. Weird combos placing the stock cooler in a series with the new one, putting the cooler in the fenderwell, etc.

using the gauge, my cooler takes 20-40 degrees off the peak fluid temps (hot ambient, hills and traffic), and adds thousands of miles to the life of the tranny. at cruising speed it will stay around 160-175 (prime operating temp). i don't have the vague analog gauge, i have a Nordskog digital, with peak temp display, BTW.
in the summer, the belly pan comes off.
in the winter, it goes back on and a thick piece of cardboard goes in front of the cooler - kinda like pickup trucks that have the winter grill covers. these 'seasonal adjustments' and setup work great for me. your tranny may vary.