Does it matter which way a transmission cooler is mounted?

Does it matter which way a transmission cooler is mounted?

Expert Reply: The Derale stacked plate transmission coolers like part # D13403 can be mounted in any orientation that you need including having the hose fittings down. The line pressure from the transmission will push all of the fluid through the cooler regardless of how it is mounted.

Can you mount a transmission cooler upside down?

Mounting it so the fluid comes in teh bottom can allow an air pocket to stay in the top of the cooler, mounting it sideways with the bottom teh feed and the top the return prevents an air pocket from forming and promotes even flow, and mounting it upside down also prevents an air pocket from forming but can give …

What happens if you hook up transmission cooler lines backwards?

If you had it reversed, the pump would be trying topush fluid through the bottom of the cooler, up through the cooler, out the top into the bottom of the rad, and up through the rad to the top. More weight to push.

Are transmission coolers directional?

Helpful Expert Reply: Either fitting of the Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit # D13504 can be used as the inlet or the outlet. The cooler can have fluid flow in either direction through it.

Should transmission cooler be before or after radiator?

Should the cooler be installed before or after the radiator? Answer: We recommend installing the auxiliary cooler after the radiator to return the coolest fluid directly to the transmission.

Is it safe to bypass radiator transmission cooler?

Bypassing your radiator transmission cooler would likely cause the fluid in your transmission to over heat causing premature transmission failure.

Which way does transmission fluid flow through radiator?

Because that’s where the transmission fluid cooler is located. The hot engine coolant enters the radiator at the top and flows down thru the finned cooling tubes to the bottom tank where the trans cooler is placed so it’s surrounded by “cooler” coolant.

How much does it cost to have a transmission cooler installed?

As a DIY project, you’ll pay between $30 and $60 for the oil cooler and spend 1 1/2 to 2 hours on installation. You can have a local transmission shop install a transmission oil cooler in your vehicle. Expect to pay between $150 and $250 for the job.

Are transmission coolers worth it?

A transmission cooler will just help to prolong the life of the transmission by keeping the fluid cooler. Transmission fluid cannot be cooled too much, so the addition of a cooler is a good idea, especially if you are towing.

Can you Overcool transmission fluid?

Transmission fluid cannot be over-cooled, so adding an aftermarket cooler would be a good idea as factory coolers can be inadequate for towing applications.