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73-87 Chevy _ GMC Trucks => Engine/Drivetrain => Topic started by: mcintyrederek on May 09, 2014, 08:46:03 pm
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As stated on a previous thread, I want to install an external cooler on my '86 C10 TH400 transmission. I have looked at aftermarket coolers and will probably purchase one when you guys tell me this is a bad idea..
Do you see anything wrong with using the old A/C condenser coil as a transmission cooler? Obviously removing any orifices and making some custom fittings, and of course, flushing it out with a bunch of solvents and cleaners and drying it extra, extra good before doing so..
It looks relatively easy to do and there's a heck of a lot of surface area there.
Your thoughts?
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I did that on my '84 Z28, Never had a temp gauge on the transmission so I can't say how well it cooled it, but it seemed to work. Never had any issues with the trans.
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Great, thank you. Sounds encouraging. I will probably install a gauge just to see how well it works.