Dorman 918-216 Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler for Select Ford Models
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E chassis is something I'm not sure about. It's a great way to upgrade 7. It's a direct bolt-in on a Superduty chassis. On my F-150, I have three different modes of cooling. 350 It's nearly four times the size of the original cooler. With brass barbed fittings, different sizes of in/out lines had to be adapted. If it isn't a direct bolt-in for your application, you could always make your own brackets (which shouldn't be too difficult since the E chassis doesn't have an intercooler). However, if you go that route, you can save money by simply installing a large aftermarket cooler.
This is a brand new cooler from the manufacturer.
This is a brand new cooler from the manufacturer. It is 1. Thickness of 25"
It is not supplied with bushings. The holes are slotted, so you can use the original mounting screws, but you'll need to use bigger washers- If you upgrade to the 99-cent plan, this is what you'll get. As is the case with my truck, it's an 03 model.
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Except for the black paint, this oil cooler is virtually identical to the Ford version. I used to have the Ford one, but after a transmission rebuild, I decided to go with the Dorman one to save money. I compared it to the Ford one before installing it, and there was no discernible difference. It worked just as well as the Ford one after a 500-mile round trip mountain drive. The price is the most significant difference. The Ford is nearly $300 more expensive than the Dorman. This is what I put in my early 99 F350 4x4 with a 7. There are three diesel engines and a 4R100 automatic transmission. To make installation easier, I'd suggest getting a couple of 1/2 to 3/8" barbed reducer elbows. The hoses will be routed much more easily with the elbow reducers.
This is for the Super Duty trucks with the 6. 8L engine that were manufactured in 2004. As a replacement for the OEM diesel engine, a 0L diesel engine was developed. I upgraded it to my 1999 V10 because I was in desperate need of a replacement. Replaces the old one by bolting right up to the front of the radiator. If you use it on older gas trucks like mine (which are 1/2"), you'll need to get transmission lines and adapters that are 3/8" instead of half inch. When I look at the temperature of the transmission oil, once it reaches 145F, it's difficult to get it any warmer unless you're doing a lot of stop-and-go driving with hard acceleration. That is precisely what I require. The trans is as refreshing as a cucumber under normal conditions. Oh, I almost forgot. br>br> This is a massive machine! I used to own a Saturn S-type vehicle. This thing is about the size of the entire radiator on that car from a series of years ago. Nothing will be able to keep your tranny cool if this doesn't do it.
The difference between a stock 7 and a 3l powerstroke engine can be seen. This is in addition to the 3l Powerstroke trans cooler. If you plan on towing anything and don't want your 4R100 transmission to catch fire, this is a must-have! Although the Mishimoto cooler has slightly more cooling capacity, it seemed like a no-brainer at over $100 less. br>br>Be sure to include a magnetic filter and extra hoses to accommodate the cooler. This cooler uses 1/2" lines instead of the standard 3/8" lines. I recently purchased three feet of 1/2" hose, brass couplers, and a few hose clamps. Everything was in its place!.
It wasn't too difficult to install; just remember to get the tubing adapters at the same time; I don't recall having to drill anything. It was surprisingly difficult to locate the tubing adapter. After ordering only one thing by accident, I went to a few different places. On the freeway in the Arizona summer heat, the addition of this cooler reduced my transmission temperature by about 30 degrees to 150 degrees. In stop-and-go traffic, it also keeps the transmission much cooler. Since installation, I don't believe I've gone above 175 degrees. This is an upgrade that should be considered.
This was a replacement for my Excursion 7 that I purchased in 2001. 3 PSD. I've made some upgrades, and the tranny would easily hit 190 mph after a few accelerations. On a hot day, it would occasionally reach 210 degrees Fahrenheit, and I'd have to pull over to let it cool down because that's dangerous territory for me. I don't always run at 140-plus mph. When driving or towing, the temperature can reach 150 degrees. This is the cheapest of the six, so I'm very happy. I found a 0 cooler that has a well-known brand name on it. The mounting was simple, but the factory hoses needed to be cut and adapted. There is nothing difficult about it.
This item was a perfect fit for my 2007 Ford F350 5. 4l 5r110w pickup perfectly even though it wasn't listed in the applicable listing this was a huge improvement it's almost three times the size of a stock cooler and has lowered my trans temp by at least 30 degrees Fbr>Now the true test will be pulling a trailer normally with the stock cooler my trans would heat up and then blow atf out of the breather that would spray onto the hot exhaust which created a James Bond style smoke screen on the highway which created a James Bond style smoke screenb.
For my E99 7, I bought this. 3 and it cost me a transmission because I left it in my garage for two months. It got too hot towing through the mountains, so I blew up my transmission. br>When I had my transmission rebuilt at a transmission shop, I asked if they would install this cooler for me, and they said I could bring it in and they would only install it if it was of good quality and wouldn't be too difficult to install. br>I gave it to them, and they installed it for free because they claimed it was a simple installation, and I was already paying for the transmission. I wish I had done it sooner so I wouldn't have had to replace my tranny, but I'm glad I did.
There are three diesel engines. On my 02 7, I added this. My trans temperature dropped significantly after three excursions. On an 85-degree day, towing my 8700 tt, the temperature reached 193. When it was 101 degrees outside and the trans wouldn't go above 170, I pulled the trigger. The average driving trans maintains a temperature of 60 degrees above ambient, with a towing temperature of 70 degrees. If you have a 7, it is highly recommended. 3 alon diesel with magnafine filter.
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