Urgent Transmission Cooler Lines

[ToledoSHO]

Ok had to fix a link in the transmission cooler lines on the 93 SHO ATX but had to remove the whole metal line also. But now the plastic clip insert that holds the line the tranny has just about failed. I had to do this about yr ago and hasn't faild until now will hold fluid but hit a couple big bumps and then it goes out everywhere. Any idea on where I can get that plastic clip insert. Need this so I can get to work. Thanks


Matt

 

[SHO#7]

The dealer should stock them. You may also call a local parts store, I would imagine they have them in the help section.

Mike

 

[Mr Anonymous]

Just get new fittings. Dorman P/N 800602 $8.14/ea at http://www.rockauto.com

 

[ToledoSHO]

thanks appreciate the part number. Time to get this sho back on the road

 

[projectSHO89]

Just get new fittings. Dorman P/N 800602 $8.14/ea at http://www.rockauto.com

Dang it! I paid about $25 each from a dealer last year....

Steve

 

[SHOZ123]

Best thing to do is eliminate the metal lines. They are very restsictive.

 

[1-5-0 SHO]

Best thing to do is eliminate the metal lines. They are very restsictive.

I am wondering what is the best way to do this? Do I need special fittings or whatnot, or just cut the old metal line down and flare the ends?

 

[SHOZ123]

On the Gen 3 I used 1/4" mNPT x 3/8" hose barbs. Easy to find. Eliminated the radiator cooler all together. Used regular tranny line hose.

 

[1-5-0 SHO]

On the Gen 3 I used 1/4" mNPT x 3/8" hose barbs. Easy to find. Eliminated the radiator cooler all together. Used regular tranny line hose.

I have a Gen 2. Would it be wise to bypass the radiator as well?

 

[SHOZ123]

I don't really know. I have a Gen 2 cooler and the lame factory tube and it is more than I need. Highest temps have been 225F. When it's cold like now I have to block it off. Putting an oil t-stat in for it tomorrow. I didn't want to add any more heat to the engine cooling is the main reason I did it. You don't get any heat to speak of from the radiator in the winter.

 

[1-5-0 SHO]

I don't really know. I have a Gen 2 cooler and the lame factory tube and it is more than I need. Highest temps have been 225F. When it's cold like now I have to block it off. Putting an oil t-stat in for it tomorrow. I didn't want to add any more heat to the engine cooling is the main reason I did it. You don't get any heat to speak of from the radiator in the winter.

Good point. I now remember I have a heavy-duty tranny cooler from an asphalt steamroller that I can use. Its about three times as big as the stock cooler, i'm going to see if i can figure out how to put it in place of the stock one.

 

[93rev2sev]

Buy an MTX.

 

[SHOZ123]

No thanks. Would like a 5 or 6 speed ATX though.