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Which permacool tranny cooler?

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Old Nov 28, 2005 | 09:12 AM
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From: Worcester, MA
Car: 86 T/A
Engine: HSR 355
Transmission: 700R4
Axle/Gears: 2.77 posi
Which permacool tranny cooler?

The specs from the site:
http://www.permacool.com/Catalog/Cat_page04.html

1012 16,000 to 18,000 GVW
Recommended for medium and full-sized cars and light trucks with occasional light towing.
Coil size: 3/4" x 7-1/2" x 12-1/2"


1013 18,000 to 20,000 GVW
Recommended for full size cars and trucks with regular towing and motor homes up to 28 feet long.
Coil size: 3/4" x 7-1/2" x 15-1/2"



I'd hate to overcool it and end up hurting my tranny. Any ideas of which I should get?
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Old Nov 28, 2005 | 10:13 AM
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From: MD
Car: '88 IROC-Z medium orange metallic
Engine: L98
Transmission: 700R4
Axle/Gears: 3.27
I'm running the big one, 10x15 1/2" I think it is with the '6 lines. Works perfect, temps stay about 150*, even when I'm beating on it going down the track.
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Old Nov 28, 2005 | 10:44 AM
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160*-200* is ideal from what I've read.
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Old Nov 29, 2005 | 12:41 AM
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i'm just starting to look into tranny coolers. What made you choose this one over all other tranny coolers. And would it work for a thirdgen that still has the a/c?
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Old Nov 29, 2005 | 09:07 AM
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Just the overall size and quality. The tubes are bigger and the fins are thicker. More surface area. Also b/c they're available with AN fittings. I hate using rubber lines anywhere on a car for any fluids. I would never trust the cheesy coolers from the parts stores. Spend a couple $$ and get a good one.
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