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09-11-2001, 07:24 PM
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What do oil and transmissions coolers help as per say performance? Do they just let your engine run longer at high speeds or does it give somegain of gain in the car.
09-11-2001, 10:16 PM
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Car: 1991 Pontiac Firebird
Engine: 3.8
Transmission: 700r4
Axle/Gears: Dana 60
I know a trans cooler keeps ur tranny colder which makes it last a lot longer and keeps ur times on the track more consistent.
09-12-2001, 08:04 AM
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a oil cooler will help to keep the temp of the oil lower to extend the life of bearings and other engine componints.
trans cooler help keep the trans fluid at a lower temp to enhance performance as not letting the fluid become too thin producing week shifts and transmition breakdown as the heat rises.
trans cooler help keep the trans fluid at a lower temp to enhance performance as not letting the fluid become too thin producing week shifts and transmition breakdown as the heat rises.
09-13-2001, 10:39 AM
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Car: 1988 Pontiac Firebird Formula
Engine: 5.7 TPI
Transmission: 700R4
It is my understanding that dropping your tranny fluid temp 10 degrees, increases trans longevity by 30%, considering I have 145K miles on mine without a cooler, (but, i dont drag race.....) I think it would be a good plan for a car that is driven hard.
Oil cooler will also contribute to lower engine operating temps, and increased bearing and ring life.
HTH
Oil cooler will also contribute to lower engine operating temps, and increased bearing and ring life.
HTH
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