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I recently purchased a 2000 stock 2wd with automatic, I tow 10000lbs plus often. I will be adding gauges soon. I know generally everybody does a 6.0 cooler. I happened to see this was wondering if anybody has used something like this.
Here's an opinion....and it works for me. Put the gauges on and see the temps first. My rig, which I sometimes gross 22k at never goes over 210.....on the little OEM cooler.
Here's an opinion....and it works for me. Put the gauges on and see the temps first. My rig, which I sometimes gross 22k at never goes over 210.....on the little OEM cooler.
I think I like this option not really trying to go to deep down the rabbit hole on this truck.
Here's an opinion....and it works for me. Put the gauges on and see the temps first. My rig, which I sometimes gross 22k at never goes over 210.....on the little OEM cooler.
210F is pretty hot AT fluid.
I have 6.0 AT oil cooler, as well as external filter in my F350
AT transmission repairs are expensive, 6.0 AT coolers are cheap in comparison.
I run about 40° below engine oil temp with the 6.0 cooler. Previously trans temp would be higher than engine temp when towing. Sorry guys, it’s been a while so I can’t remember all the details.
I also don't remember exact numbers, but I think 180 was pretty common. Now, w/ 6.0 cooler it sits at 140 almost all day.
I did an store brand cooler I believe.
I don't think I'd stack the factory cooler and an aftermarket. Just get the size you need. Less connections, less chance of failure.
210°F is not hot at all for a modern transmission. The trans can run at 220°F all day long with no ill effects. You can go as high as 250°F for up to a half hour at a time.
Do not stack coolers. Replace the air to oil cooler with the 6.0L cooler. Having three coolers can cause too much restriction This will cause less cooling than the original, and also restrict lube flow.
210°F is not hot at all for a modern transmission. The trans can run at 220°F all day long with no ill effects. You can go as high as 250°F for up to a half hour at a time.
Do not stack coolers. Replace the air to oil cooler with the 6.0L cooler. Having three coolers can cause too much restriction This will cause less cooling than the original, and also restrict lube flow.
I understand no argument - is year 1998 - 2000 4R100 AT considered a "modern transmission" ?
My truck has 6/98 mfg. date and as far as I know the AT is still original with 220,000 miles and works good.
