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Do I need to put a trans cooler on?

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  1. Jan 10, 2019 at 5:35 AM
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    I just bought a Rockwood Pop up Camper (picture), which weights about 2600lbs dry. I will also be hauling some Hobie Mirage drive kayaks on a bed rack.
    I have the factory tow package, but I was thinking maybe getting another cooler added after the factory cooler might not be a bad idea.

    Also, if I go to a transmission shop, will they have any clue how to get the appropriate amount of fluid in if they add a cooler?

    rockwood.jpg
     
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  2. Jan 10, 2019 at 5:51 AM
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    The trans and engine oil cooler included with the tow package were designed for a 6,500lb capacity. Shouldn't that be enough?

    Nice camper, BTW.
     
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    You should be good with the factory tow setup. Mine is almost twice that loaded with stock setup and no problems. Welcome to the camping club, nice setup.
     
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    I have the same type camper except I have the 2017 Flagstaff STSE model. I've towed it coast to coast on the factory tow package, no mods besides a suspension helper. You'll be fine.

    It's an awesome camper by the way. Congrats
     
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  5. Jan 10, 2019 at 11:55 AM
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    That’s actually a pretty light load. Just tow it with what you got and enjoy.
     
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    Thanks for all the replies... S4 and ECT PWR on?
     
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    That looks like a nice camper What model is that?
     
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    I'd guess that it depends on the terrain. Hilly, definitely, flat maybe not.
    I haven't towed with my '17 yet but when I pulled my 18ft. enclosed car hauler with my '05 (auto trans), I generally kept it in 5th on the highway, going to 4 if it felt like the motor was lugging and downshifted to 3 when hitting hills.
     
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