Does Ram 1500 have transmission cooler?

Transmission coolers are more efficient when they receive maximum air flow. At Position 1, the transmission cooler is 100% efficient. Position 2, between the air conditioning condenser and radiator, is 75% efficient while Position 3, between the radiator and fan, is only 60% efficient.

Is a transmission cooler worth it?

These types of coolers have been around as long as the automatic transmission and for the most part do an effective job of keeping the transmission going for many thousands of miles. The in-the-tank coolers not only perform the job of cooling the fluid, but warm the fluid in extremely cold environments as well.

Do I need a transmission cooler for towing?

Transmission Coolers help transmissions deal with the added stress and heat caused by towing boats, trailers and other heavy objects. For the same reason, the addition of an auxiliary transmission fluid cooler isn’t just necessary for those who tow trailers anymore.

What’s the Trans cooler on a Dodge Ram?

The 3rd gens were notorious for overheating the transmission because the stock 1500 trans cooler was ineffective. That has been fixed on these new trucks, so unless you are towing heavy up a steep grade often, I would save your money on this mod. OK, then lets use my 6000lb crew cab 4wd for comparison.

Why is my transmission cooler not working on my Dodge Ram?

The 3rd gens were notorious for overheating the transmission because the stock 1500 trans cooler was ineffective. That has been fixed on these new trucks, so unless you are towing heavy up a steep grade often, I would save your money on this mod.

Is the stock transmission cooler a good idea?

The stock transmission cooler is actually very good and keeps these new trucks running cool. The 3rd gens were notorious for overheating the transmission because the stock 1500 trans cooler was ineffective. That has been fixed on these new trucks, so unless you are towing heavy up a steep grade often, I would save your money on this mod.

Do you need to change the transmission on a Dodge Ram?

Click to expand… I don’t see a need to change anything on your truck. 3K ain’t shit on a Ram 1500. Fitz-0518 and AFMoulton like this. (You must log in or sign up to reply here.)