New converter Long trip No Tranny Cooler Question
03-09-2004, 03:11 PM
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New converter Long trip No Tranny Cooler Question Just put in a 3200 Vig. I haven't put a transmision cooler on yet. I have about a 400 mile round trip this weekend to get my car tuned. Will I be okay if I take it easy for this trip as well as a few dyno runs, or do I need to find some time to put a cooler on it?
03-09-2004, 03:29 PM
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I would install the cooler first, I believe the Vigilante is a small converter 9", it will create alot of heat, and therefore increased transmission fluid temperature. The stock setup runs at 190 to 210, and that's with an 11 inch converter.
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03-09-2004, 04:08 PM
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If it's highway driving with the converter locked up it will probably be OK. Unlocked is where it will generate the heat.
However, a B&M cooler is only around $40 and is very cheap insurance.
I believe bands and clutches begin to melt at 240 degrees, just food for thought. If you got caught in stop-n-go traffic it might be a bad idea...
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However, a B&M cooler is only around $40 and is very cheap insurance.
I believe bands and clutches begin to melt at 240 degrees, just food for thought. If you got caught in stop-n-go traffic it might be a bad idea...
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03-09-2004, 05:00 PM
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Ok, well most of my driving time will be on the interstate, but I do have the possibility of running into some heavy traffic. I'll go buy one and install it before I head out. It's not worth the risk. Thanks guys.
