Manufacturer | B&M |
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Brand | B&M |
Item Weight | 4.2 ounces |
Item model number | 70264 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Manufacturer Part Number | 70264 |
OEM Part Number | 70264 |
Special Features | Lightweight |
B&M 70264 SuperCooler Automatic Transmission Cooler
Brand | B&M |
Color | Black |
Item Weight | 0.26 Pounds |
Special Feature | Lightweight |
Pattern | Solid |
About this item
- Rigid stacked-plate design is resistant to damage, and much better at cooling than ordinary 'fin and tube' coolers
- Constructed from black finished lightweight aluminum alloy for maximum corrosion resistance
- 11" x 5-3/4" x 1-1/2" model is rated at 14,400 BTU, and pressure tested to 200 PSI.Inlet Size: 3/8 inch nipple fitting
- Includes installation kit
- Backed by the manufacturer with a 1 year limited warranty
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B&M was formed in 1978 and is now one of the leading variety retailers in the UK. B&M believes in providing top branded products. Our philosophy is to keep things simple. We like to offer quick and clear decision-making. Products must be of good quality. Our motto: Big Brands at Big Savings! In most FMCG product areas, we focus on those brands.
Product Description
Adding this B&M SuperCooler keeps the ATF and transmission cooler, and keeping a vehicle's transmission cool is essential for dependability, especially in performance applications. The unit is designed to be very efficient for its size and weight, to cool much better than an ordinary 'fin and tube' cooler, and to reduce the risk of lube system failure. Using fluxless, oven brazed construction for vibration resistance, it is built out of lightweight aluminum alloy and features a revolutionary 'stacked plate' design with multiple oil flow paths. The unit monitors resistance to flow by allowing a controlled amount of ATF to pass through a self-regulating orifice. Controlled by viscosity, thicker ATF is returned directly to lube through two bypass openings in the stacked plate core, while thinner ATF is directed through the core to cool as operating temperatures increase.
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ASIN | B000CIIDZE |
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Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #815,351 in Automotive (See Top 100 in Automotive) #136 in Automotive Replacement Engine Coolers |
Date First Available | February 13, 2005 |
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Customers like the quality, ease of installation, compatibility and completeness of the ice chest. For example, they mention it's a heavy duty radiator, works great and comes with all the parts needed. That said, opinions are mixed on fit and leakage.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the product. They mention that it is a high quality product, well put together, and heavy duty. It does a better job at keeping their transmission cool, and provides piece of mind in colder climates. They appreciate the built-in bypass for cold temperatures, which prevents over heating.
"...Performs as advertised. Exceptionally well made unit, included plenty of fittings for different connection possibilities, however as has been noted..." Read more
"...As far as ease of installation, quality of the product, additional installation parts variety, I give this 5 stars...." Read more
"...It looks good and is barely noticeable behind the grill and seems to do a good job...." Read more
"...The stacked plate design is superior and the built in bypass it has for cold temperatures is a feature that makes this cooler the one you want...." Read more
Customers find the installation of the ice chest to be easy. They mention that it comes with everything needed to install, and the extra mounting brackets make mounting a breeze. Customers also say that the instructions are simple and direct, and it's easy to mount in front of the radiator.
"Installed relatively easy - no problems with the cooler itself, the only difficulties were making some hose connections in an awkward location on my..." Read more
"...I tow only in the summer months.Installing was fairly straight forward...." Read more
"...As far as ease of installation, quality of the product, additional installation parts variety, I give this 5 stars...." Read more
"...Anyway, no regrets. Easily fit in the front of the TJ. Piece of cake install." Read more
Customers are happy with the compatibility of the ice chest. They mention that it works well as an addition to their stock trans cooler, and it works great in summer. It has a design that seems to work extremely well, and has sufficient fluid volume. Some say that the set-up has worked great for the past few months, and that it has enough to get the job done.
"Installed relatively easy - no problems with the cooler itself, the only difficulties were making some hose connections in an awkward location on my..." Read more
"...This set-up has worked great and have used this for the past few months even pushing the engine into OD at times where flat and I see the trans..." Read more
"...Here's what I do. This cooler is rated for 14,000BTUs and works great for engine oil even though it's rated for trannys and has bypasses for thicker..." Read more
"...Functions great as an addition upstream from my stock trans cooler." Read more
Customers like that the ice chest comes with a good amount of hardware and fittings. They also say that the kit has all the support items needed for installation.
"...Performs as advertised. Exceptionally well made unit, included plenty of fittings for different connection possibilities, however as has been noted..." Read more
"...far as ease of installation, quality of the product, additional installation parts variety, I give this 5 stars...." Read more
"Worked great on my 08 Tacoma TRD Sport. Simple install and came with all of the parts, clamps and brackets that were needed to mount it as..." Read more
"...All the parts were there and the one included hose was long enough for my application...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the smoothness of the transmission. They mention that it shifts much smoother under load, and no longer changes its shift patterns due to overheating.
"...hard up and down hills and could already tell the transmission shifts much smoother under load...." Read more
"...it in and just towed from Fresno Ca to Lancaster and no problems with the transmission!" Read more
"Mounted inline with the radiator on my 2002 4runner and I swear my trans shifts better...." Read more
"Smoother shifts, better reliability and peace of mind. Add high pressure couplings to avoid any mess or worse...." Read more
Customers like the value of the ice chest. They say it is well put together and good value.
"Installed on a Dodge sprinter *great value. I was a little worried about the kit not having everything but......... it did!..." Read more
"Good value and well put together...." Read more
"Worth the money !..." Read more
"A great balance of cooling ability, ease of install, and price..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the fit of the ice chest. Some mention it fits perfectly, works well, and is small enough to fit anywhere. However, others say that the extra hose was a bit short, the provided transmission line needs to be longer, and the barbs are too narrow to fit.
"...The length of hose they include is decent, but because of how I wanted things routed etc I did have to supply about another 2ft or so which I..." Read more
"...and the hose supplied is 5/16 which was too narrow to fit the transmission line barbs...." Read more
"...Build quality is there, and fit nicely with all the parts necessary for installation...." Read more
"...The cooler fits well, there was enough hose and it seems to work well...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the leakage of the ice chest. Some mention that they have had no issues with leaks, while others say that it started to leak from the top of the cooler on the back.
"...The hose clamps provided had to be upgraded cause they kept backing out causing a slight drip every now and then...." Read more
"...No issues or leaks (knock on wood)...." Read more
"...The first one I purchased sprung a leak on the backside but I returned the item and the second worked well." Read more
"...But just under 10k miles it started to leak from the top of the cooler on the back side with no damage to the cooler at all not even a scratch on it...." Read more
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Installing was fairly straight forward. I have mine going into the radiator first and comes out and ran to the cooler then back to transmission. This set-up has worked great and have used this for the past few months even pushing the engine into OD at times where flat and I see the trans temp drop down as the transmission runs slower locked in OD for testing only, I don't normally run in OD towing due to potential issues lugging or slipping out of OD for long term health of transmission.
I would recomend on any vehicle where transmissions are known weak point and lots of city driving as well due to the more surface area to help keep the transmission cool. At highway speed plenty of airflow for most vehicles not towing but city driving is hard with minimal air running over radiators.
Here's what I do. This cooler is rated for 14,000BTUs and works great for engine oil even though it's rated for trannys and has bypasses for thicker viscosity fluid. Because of the high temps here and the Ford specified light grade oil, 5w/20w (I use 10w/30w Castrol Full Synth), its thin enough, especially when hot, to fully pass through this cooler especially since the adapter I use opens only at 180°+. It would probably work ok in northern climes too because until the oil is hot/viscous enough it won't even be sent to the cooler. So it would still work for those who need one in the summertime when it gets hot enough. The only change I make is I use the much better reinforced hose rated for all fluids, including hydraulic, that you can buy at any auto store because the B&M 70264 doesn't come with enough for an oil cooling job so you have buy some hose anyway. Might as well do it right and spend a little more because you sure as heck don't want an oil line failing.
I strap both coolers (separate tranny cooler) on the front side of the cross-member in the front cap right behind the grill opening and about 6" in front of the condenser/radiator. I never sandwich it to the condenser as it will transfer the heat into it. I don't bother with the mounting hardware. I use heavy duty zip ties instead because they hold forever but I can easily cut it loose to re-position, etc. and it only takes about 30 minutes to install from start to finish.
I change my oil/filter every 5,000 miles and it's viscosity is as good as new. It stays clear for the first thousand or so. I'm convinced I get better performance out of the motor and I know I get more life out of it. Down here keeping the motor/tranny cool and lubed is crucial to engine longevity and I've proven it over and over. I will get 300K-400K miles out of my '05.
**Note: The oil filter sandwich adaptor I use is the Derale 15702 Thermostatic because it has the 22 x 1.5mm filter mount adaptor for the Ford 4.6L and is thin enough to allow removal of the oil filter in its cramped, side-mounted design but thick enough so the hose bibs are clear. The only positioning that will work is by pointing the hose bibs to 7 o'clock (looking straight on at filter mount) but luckily, they're pointing forward and slightly down which is perfect for running the hoses up the fender well and around the side of the radiator.
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Reviewed in Canada on September 24, 2018