(Cooler Lines) Where can I find them? (TC install)
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(Cooler Lines) Where can I find them? (TC install)
I'm about to put in my SS3600. I bought the cooler for it from jegs (B&M) and it didn't come with any cooler lines. So where should I get some and what kind should I use? I heard the rubber fuel lines are not recommended.
I'm kinda new to all this, so going into great detail might be appreciative haha
Then what do i use to attach them to the cooler etc.
Did a quick search, came up empty. I guess in my search I found people using braided lines....not sure if thats necessary though
I'm kinda new to all this, so going into great detail might be appreciative haha
Then what do i use to attach them to the cooler etc.
Did a quick search, came up empty. I guess in my search I found people using braided lines....not sure if thats necessary though
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I just went to the parts store and got 4 (maybe 5 can;t remember) feet of "Transmission Hose" and used little hose clamps to hold it on. I drilled 2 holes and routed them through the air dam. I didn't attach the cooler itself for two reasons: I am terrified I may damage the fins and the way the cooler I have sits in there, if I hit something that makes the cooler fall out I would have much bigger problems to deal with. Its been in there for 3 years now with the stock converter and 2 aftermarket ones, so I'd say its OK.
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Auto parts stores sell it by the foot. It's thicker than fuel line. Don't let them sneak you fuel line instead I had them try that once.
Most brands say transmission cooler line right on the hose, some don't and just have a number.
Most brands say transmission cooler line right on the hose, some don't and just have a number.
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I just went to the parts store and got 4 (maybe 5 can;t remember) feet of "Transmission Hose" and used little hose clamps to hold it on. I drilled 2 holes and routed them through the air dam. I didn't attach the cooler itself for two reasons: I am terrified I may damage the fins and the way the cooler I have sits in there, if I hit something that makes the cooler fall out I would have much bigger problems to deal with. Its been in there for 3 years now with the stock converter and 2 aftermarket ones, so I'd say its OK.
OK thx a lot, i hope it don't run too much. I appreciate both of your guy's help.
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http://bowlingss.com/Mods/InstalRepa...pe%20Style.mht
I had much better pics of the "dope style" mounting of the b&m cooler on my other computer, but it blew up.
So then you have the b&m w/barbed fittings, not threaded? That makes it alittle easier. Just get the adapters for the stock lines, so theres no cutting, (threaded to barbed). Then run the hose and cut to length. Autozone should have the heavy grade hose you need.
I had much better pics of the "dope style" mounting of the b&m cooler on my other computer, but it blew up.
So then you have the b&m w/barbed fittings, not threaded? That makes it alittle easier. Just get the adapters for the stock lines, so theres no cutting, (threaded to barbed). Then run the hose and cut to length. Autozone should have the heavy grade hose you need.
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http://bowlingss.com/Mods/InstalRepa...pe%20Style.mht
I had much better pics of the "dope style" mounting of the b&m cooler on my other computer, but it blew up.
So then you have the b&m w/barbed fittings, not threaded? That makes it alittle easier. Just get the adapters for the stock lines, so theres no cutting, (threaded to barbed). Then run the hose and cut to length. Autozone should have the heavy grade hose you need.
I had much better pics of the "dope style" mounting of the b&m cooler on my other computer, but it blew up.
So then you have the b&m w/barbed fittings, not threaded? That makes it alittle easier. Just get the adapters for the stock lines, so theres no cutting, (threaded to barbed). Then run the hose and cut to length. Autozone should have the heavy grade hose you need.
That dope style looks interesting i might do mine that way, after I figure out what to stick in these threaded holes...some kind of custom fitting i can find at a parts store i hope....i can take pics if needed.
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http://bowlingss.com/Mods/InstalRepa...pe%20Style.mht
I had much better pics of the "dope style" mounting of the b&m cooler on my other computer, but it blew up.
So then you have the b&m w/barbed fittings, not threaded? That makes it alittle easier. Just get the adapters for the stock lines, so theres no cutting, (threaded to barbed). Then run the hose and cut to length. Autozone should have the heavy grade hose you need.
I had much better pics of the "dope style" mounting of the b&m cooler on my other computer, but it blew up.
So then you have the b&m w/barbed fittings, not threaded? That makes it alittle easier. Just get the adapters for the stock lines, so theres no cutting, (threaded to barbed). Then run the hose and cut to length. Autozone should have the heavy grade hose you need.
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Call Transtrar Industries. They sell the Hayden rubber style hose that has a lifetime warranty that won't shrink, swell, or come apart. It's possible one of these vendors can get it and sell it separately, the line comes with the cooler. I mention Transtar as I have purchased this stuff for 30+ years and it's outstanding. Use as little rubber as possible just in case the track tech has a limit just like fuel line, (12"). No offence to the general part stores, they don't sell dependable TRANSMISSION rubber line. If the vendors here sell Hayden coolers, they should be able to get the line. It usually comes in 25' spools for us shops. Another piece of advice is if you mount the cooler in front of the radiator, cut (4) 1" sections of hose. Place these between the radiator and the cooler with the supplied zip ties. This will give you an air pocket between the cooler and the radiator for better cooling. I've seen 20-30 degree drops in temps doing this. Plus, if you had to remove one or the other for repair, just cut the hose in the middle and replace it when reinstalling with new rubber and zip ties. You won't hurt the fins. Hope this helps.
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Call Transtrar Industries. They sell the Hayden rubber style hose that has a lifetime warranty that won't shrink, swell, or come apart. It's possible one of these vendors can get it and sell it separately, the line comes with the cooler. I mention Transtar as I have purchased this stuff for 30+ years and it's outstanding. Use as little rubber as possible just in case the track tech has a limit just like fuel line, (12"). No offence to the general part stores, they don't sell dependable TRANSMISSION rubber line. If the vendors here sell Hayden coolers, they should be able to get the line. It usually comes in 25' spools for us shops. Another piece of advice is if you mount the cooler in front of the radiator, cut (4) 1" sections of hose. Place these between the radiator and the cooler with the supplied zip ties. This will give you an air pocket between the cooler and the radiator for better cooling. I've seen 20-30 degree drops in temps doing this. Plus, if you had to remove one or the other for repair, just cut the hose in the middle and replace it when reinstalling with new rubber and zip ties. You won't hurt the fins. Hope this helps.
The rubber inbetween the radiator sounds like a great idea, thx for the advice.
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Another piece of advice is if you mount the cooler in front of the radiator, cut (4) 1" sections of hose. Place these between the radiator and the cooler with the supplied zip ties. This will give you an air pocket between the cooler and the radiator for better cooling. I've seen 20-30 degree drops in temps doing this. Plus, if you had to remove one or the other for repair, just cut the hose in the middle and replace it when reinstalling with new rubber and zip ties.
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Well, I went out to take a picture of where my cooler was and dropped the friggin camera. So I got no pictures because it broke. But, other than just using the little pads they sent with the cooler (never thought of using the hose) the way he explained it is how I have mine mounted.