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Transmission cooler installed!

Started by ecoboostsho, August 03, 2014, 08:32:29 AM

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ecoboostsho

#15
August 04, 2014, 08:58:01 AM
Thanks for the quick reply!  I've also read there isn't a serviceable filter?  If that is so then getting the BG service seems like the best way to go...
2013 White SHO w/PP, Gearhead Tuned, 3 Bar, 160T, Plugs...Mess with the Bull and you'll get the Horn. :)
Previous 2011 Tuxedo Black SHO w/PP - 12.89 1/4 Mile

Brucelinc

#16
August 04, 2014, 09:19:48 AM
I have also been told there is no serviceable filter.  There is a thread about that somewhere - maybe on an old forum.....   I think the BG service sounds like the best bet. 

SHOdded

#17
August 04, 2014, 02:51:42 PM
I believe you have to crack the trans open to get at the filter with the 6F50/55 series.  Same wonderful idea as having to drop the fuel tank to get at the fuel filter :)  They are both supposed to be lifetime, but coz they are squirreled away, don't know for sure!
2007 Ford Edge SEL, Powerstop F/R Brake Kit, TXT LED 6000K Lo & Hi Beams, W16W LED Reverse Bulbs, 3BSpec 2.5w Map Lights, 5W Cree rear dome lights, 5W Cree cargo light, DTBL LED Taillights

If tuned:  Take note of the strategy code as you return to stock (including 3 bar MAP to 2 bar MAP) -> take car in & get it serviced -> check strategy code when you get car back -> have tuner update your tune if the strategy code has changed -> reload tune -> ENJOY!

southtxSHO

#18
August 05, 2014, 12:12:23 AM
Definitely something for me to considering doing especially with the extreme hot weather here in south TX
2011 SHO non PP
LMS 4 +tune
LMS Cai
LMS catted downpipes
12.89@ 105 MPH best time @ Edinburg Raceway

SHOnUup

#19
August 05, 2014, 09:08:48 AM
About how long did this very smart mod take you to install?
2011 Sterling Gray Metallic SHO non PP,
12.4211 @ 110.28 Livernois 3bar tune & CAI,
Added since...PPE catless Dpipes, Megan coilovers, Powergrid adjustable end links, and EBC slotted rotors and red stuff pads.
Tommy Designs grille with carbon fiber hydrographics, fender badges and fog bezels hydrodipped also, tinted windows, head & taillights, debadged trunk with all chrome plasti-dipped, black calipers, obdlink mx scantool running torque pro on 7" tablet.

crash712us

#20
August 05, 2014, 01:08:38 PM

Quote from: SHOnUup on August 05, 2014, 09:08:48 AM
About how long did this very smart mod take you to install?
It's only a couple hour job. Do you have ACC?

2011 tuxedo black non pp, LMS stage 5, Corsa cat back, LMS down pipes, Airaid, Alky control meth injection, Megan Racing coil overs, EBC rotor&pads, Mobsteel grill, 2013 trans cooler. 403whp 417wtq 12.25 @ 110

SHOnUup

#21
August 05, 2014, 01:19:53 PM
Quote from: crash712us on August 05, 2014, 01:08:38 PM

Quote from: SHOnUup on August 05, 2014, 09:08:48 AM
About how long did this very smart mod take you to install?
It's only a couple hour job. Do you have ACC?
No ACC for me.
2011 Sterling Gray Metallic SHO non PP,
12.4211 @ 110.28 Livernois 3bar tune & CAI,
Added since...PPE catless Dpipes, Megan coilovers, Powergrid adjustable end links, and EBC slotted rotors and red stuff pads.
Tommy Designs grille with carbon fiber hydrographics, fender badges and fog bezels hydrodipped also, tinted windows, head & taillights, debadged trunk with all chrome plasti-dipped, black calipers, obdlink mx scantool running torque pro on 7" tablet.

SHOnUup

#22
August 05, 2014, 01:25:12 PM
Couple hours not bad at all. Would like to avoid taking front bumper off If possible. Haven't read the how to thoroughly yet.
2011 Sterling Gray Metallic SHO non PP,
12.4211 @ 110.28 Livernois 3bar tune & CAI,
Added since...PPE catless Dpipes, Megan coilovers, Powergrid adjustable end links, and EBC slotted rotors and red stuff pads.
Tommy Designs grille with carbon fiber hydrographics, fender badges and fog bezels hydrodipped also, tinted windows, head & taillights, debadged trunk with all chrome plasti-dipped, black calipers, obdlink mx scantool running torque pro on 7" tablet.

ecoboostsho

#23
August 05, 2014, 01:57:24 PM
Yep what everyone else said...a couple of hours assuming you have all the right tools handy. (which isn't much)  I really think you are going to want to remove that front bumper.  I just don't know how you will get the clamps off the risers tubes where they connect to the top of the existing cooler (the piece in front of the radiator).  Mine were on super tight even after I removed the clamps...taking off the front is easy although I have done it a couple of times so I can see why you'd want to avoid it.

As an update I took a couple of long drives (2 hours) in 90 degree heat and on the highway at 75-80 mph the tranny temp seems to stabilize around 190-195.  I admit I was expecting it to be a little lower but if I get on it - it still stays below 200 so the cooling capacity of the system is still greatly improved.  I also haven't swapped fluid out yet and I know it needs it.  Still super happy though because everything I've read says if you can stay below 200 the service life of the fluid is barely degraded...
2013 White SHO w/PP, Gearhead Tuned, 3 Bar, 160T, Plugs...Mess with the Bull and you'll get the Horn. :)
Previous 2011 Tuxedo Black SHO w/PP - 12.89 1/4 Mile

SHOnUup

#24
August 05, 2014, 02:27:51 PM
Thx for the details. Front clip gives me nightmares of when I put the grille in. More to do with the grille than clip.
2011 Sterling Gray Metallic SHO non PP,
12.4211 @ 110.28 Livernois 3bar tune & CAI,
Added since...PPE catless Dpipes, Megan coilovers, Powergrid adjustable end links, and EBC slotted rotors and red stuff pads.
Tommy Designs grille with carbon fiber hydrographics, fender badges and fog bezels hydrodipped also, tinted windows, head & taillights, debadged trunk with all chrome plasti-dipped, black calipers, obdlink mx scantool running torque pro on 7" tablet.

crash712us

#25
August 05, 2014, 05:08:47 PM
Long needle nose pliers will be your friend. Spark plug boot pliers too will get the hoses off behind the grill. Also a trans line disconnect tool will as be useful. In case your think a fuel line disconnect tool will work, it won't so you know.

2011 tuxedo black non pp, LMS stage 5, Corsa cat back, LMS down pipes, Airaid, Alky control meth injection, Megan Racing coil overs, EBC rotor&pads, Mobsteel grill, 2013 trans cooler. 403whp 417wtq 12.25 @ 110

SHOnUup

#26
August 05, 2014, 05:21:10 PM
Quote from: crash712us on August 05, 2014, 05:08:47 PM
Long needle nose pliers will be your friend. Spark plug boot pliers too will get the hoses off behind the grill. Also a trans line disconnect tool will as be useful. In case your think a fuel line disconnect tool will work, it won't so you know.
Roger that, thx
2011 Sterling Gray Metallic SHO non PP,
12.4211 @ 110.28 Livernois 3bar tune & CAI,
Added since...PPE catless Dpipes, Megan coilovers, Powergrid adjustable end links, and EBC slotted rotors and red stuff pads.
Tommy Designs grille with carbon fiber hydrographics, fender badges and fog bezels hydrodipped also, tinted windows, head & taillights, debadged trunk with all chrome plasti-dipped, black calipers, obdlink mx scantool running torque pro on 7" tablet.
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