Hi everyone.

I'm planning to install FactoryTech's separator plate in my 210K-mile 4R70W, and thought while I'm at it, and the system's drained, I'd add a trans cooler as recommended by several folks. I bought the truck to pull a 4000# travel trailer occasionally, and would like some additional insurance. I'm considering getting this B&M unit rated at 14,400 BTU:

B&M 70264



Note: Several online dealers rate this unit at "24,000 GVW" but I don't know where they got this spec.

Wondering if you folks consider this acceptable. (Or overkill?) Are there other (better) units I should consider?

Also, what about mounting? Is there room for a 1.5" cooler in front of the rad? Also, I've read where the units should not be closer than 1" from the radiator, and suppose I can add some rubber spacers (if necessary) if I use the zip-ties, though I've seen some people say "no way" to the zip-tie method in any case. Recommendations?

All input will be welcomed and appreciated. Thanks.

Andy

 

That looks like a hayden 678 unit they work well.
Alan

 

Thanks, Dirty. What about mounting method? Anyone?

Andy

 

I use the nylon zip ties on mine.
No problems for me.

 

Last cooler I installed thats all I used were the zips provided.

 

Thats a good lookin unit. The stacked plate style are way better than the tube-in-fins for cooling.

I'm gonna use the zip tie method for the '02 when I get to it.

Adrianspeeder

 

Thanks, guys. I'll probably do the same, then.

$50 insurance will be going on shortly. (Well, over the winter sometime.)

Andy

 

Spend some x-tra money & mechanically mount the cooler. Zip ties are ok for a temporary fix. Temp & harsh environment will degrade them.
Steel/aluminum works better than nylon/plastic.

 

I use two self tapping sheet metal screws into the core support.
Alan

 

Alright, then. When I get the cooler I'll explore all my options. Thanks.

Andy