[99R/T-Kota]

well guys in the process of changing my rad. i would like to install a aux. trans cooler, and i would like to know what it takes to install, and which companies to buy from, thanks in advance

 

[varsis]

This is the guys I went with for a cooler:
http://www.transmissioncoolers.us/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=tru-cool-thin

Most people tend to suggest these at least transmission rebuilders around here.

Installing is either you build a stop and it in there or use the zip tie style that goes through the radiator.

Chris

 

[Mopar4Life]

It's not so hard to install (I'm not too knowledgeable to the install part) but get a good quality fan. Try to avoid pipe and fin radiators, get a good quality radiator. Not the cheap flimsy ones that look like hot water radiators in homes from the 70s.

 

[99R/T-Kota]

varsis how big of one did they recommend,

and yea i plan to place it either in front or behind my rad, b/c im workin on changin to the 00+ style in my 99, on reason my rad tank has a crack and to i got a good used one with the factory efan, condensor and over flow/ windshield washer tank for 40 bucks, lol

 

[varsis]

I don't remember which one they told me to get. But here is something:
http://www.transmissioncoolers.us/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=guide

same site. I would go with a higher cooler one since the dakota isn't exactly mid size, but isn't full size. Probably a 22-24k one. Just my thoughts.

I also suggest removing the one way valve while you install that.

Chris

 

[Five9Dak]

You should only use pipe and fin style coolers on our transmissions, otherwise your adding a pressure drop to your cooler circuit and putting undue stress on the pump.

http://perma-cool.com/Catalog/Cat_page04.html

Those thin ones will fit between the A/C condenser and grille on the earlier trucks. I got one with barbs, on that page they have AN fittings, but poke around on perma-cool's website and you'll find something that will work for you.

I think mine is 22,000gvw In the dead heat of summer I can stall against my converter's stall for over a minute and trans temperature does not go above 190. Make sure you leave your stock cooler plumbed in series for the winter.

 

[hskrRT]

Here is what i run. Comes with a thermal bypass so the tranny still warms up in the winter, and is big enough to keep the tranny cool even on the hottest summer days.
http://cgi.ebay.com/TRANSMISSION-CO...r_Truck_Parts_Accessories?hash=item1c07d8de2a

 

[hskrRT]

varsis how big of one did they recommend,

and yea i plan to place it either in front or behind my rad, b/c im workin on changin to the 00+ style in my 99, on reason my rad tank has a crack and to i got a good used one with the factory efan, condensor and over flow/ windshield washer tank for 40 bucks, lol

Good lukc on the conversion and let us know how it works. Think you might run in to a few more problems. And don't rely on the OEM e-fan to keep your truck cool.

 

[varsis]

Here is what i run. Comes with a thermal bypass so the tranny still warms up in the winter, and is big enough to keep the tranny cool even on the hottest summer days.
http://cgi.ebay.com/TRANSMISSION-CO...r_Truck_Parts_Accessories?hash=item1c07d8de2a

same brand as the one I have. and they are pipe and fin cool.

 

[hskrRT]

The one I have is plate/fin. Add says stacked plate, but there is a difference.

 

[99R/T-Kota]

well guys i decided to just buy a new rad, just to be on the safe side, but i will be using the newer style rad on my other dakota that im working on its a 98 and ill be adding a trans cooler to it so ill keep you posted on the swap for it ,

but does anyone know how to disconnect the steel trans cooler lines from the rubber

 

[hskrRT]

They are quick disconnects. You can buy the tools at any parts store. Look like little rings with a split in them.