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Transmission vs Engine Temps

Discussion in 'Towing' started by gnorv, May 28, 2018.

  1. May 28, 2018 at 5:21 PM
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    gnorv

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    Towing in 90 degree heat today (some in the Ozark and the rest on hills) the engine temp was between 205 and 215 (typically 205 to 208) with the tranny temps between 179 to 215 (typically 185).

    The engine was usually 20 to 30 degrees warmer than the tranny when the converter was locked up. It made me wonder if I should bypass the transmission cooler in the radiator.

    Thoughts?
     
  2. May 29, 2018 at 12:05 AM
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    airsavage

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    I wouldn't bypass it because it helps heat it up on colder days. Just a thought:thumbsup:
     
  3. Jun 5, 2018 at 11:07 PM
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    I’m going to bypass mine when I install my cooler. I live in Sacramento CA, so our lows are rarely in the 30’s in the winter.
     
  4. Jun 12, 2018 at 5:45 PM
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    I’m pretty sure you do not want the tranny temp to exceed 200 .
     

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