Can you splice transmission cooler lines?

Yep you should be OK, just make sure the clamps are tight and the hose isn’t kinked. FWIW I’m using about 1-2 feet on each of my cooler lines near the transmission linking them to the original metal AOD cooler lines, then have the metal lines linked again with rubber hose at the cooler from the radiator.

How do transmission cooler lines connect to radiator?

Transmission coolers do not attach to the radiator. They attach in-line with the transmission fluid return line. It is common for an OEM transmission cooler to be built into the radiator tank to be cooled by the coolant in the radiator.

Can I use compression fittings on transmission cooler lines?

P.S. Compression fittings on trans cooler lines should be fine, but then, adding a bit of hose and clamps would also work well, and be easier.

Can you repair transmission cooler lines?

Like all parts of an engine, transmission cooling lines can wear out. If they break or develop a leak, you will lose transmission fluid, leaving your car vulnerable. Thankfully this is a fairly simple fix, and most transmission line repairs cost between $100 and $500 dollars.

What can I use for transmission cooler lines?

Rubber transmission lines are readily available and are the cheapest option for transmission cooler lines. More often than not, your vehicle will have some rubber lines from the factory, but not nearly as much as it would metal.

How much does it cost to replace transmission cooler lines?

You will pay somewhere between $100 and $450 for a transmission cooler line replacement. The labor should be between $60 and $300, while parts can cost you anywhere from $40-$160.

Why do transmission lines run through the radiator?

Car transmission lines connect your vehicle’s transmission to the vehicle’s radiator. Your car’s transmission lines are essential to preventing the transmission from overheating by carrying hot fluid away from the transmission until it is cooled and subsequently pumped back into the transmission.

How much does it cost to fix a transmission line leak?

If you have fluid leaking from your transmission, the typical cost to repair the leak (without taking off the transmission) is between $150 and $200. For this amount, you will get a replacement of the pan bolts, drain plugs, seals, gasket, fluid lines.

Can you use fuel hose for transmission cooling lines?

Fuel line hose isn’t up to the pressures normally associated with automatic transmissions. Use the proper stuff. If that thing splits or blows loose and hoses down any portion of your exhaust system hot enough to ignite it, your truck could end up burned to the ground.

Can you use copper tubing for transmission cooling lines?

Copper will work fine. There is no problem with dissimilar metals at the fittings either…but if worried just use brass fittings. , copper is often used to replace corroded fuel and transmission lines. NOT on brake lines though as North American copper tube isn’t rated for the line pressure.

When should transmission cooler lines be replaced?

Once it starts releasing a lot of liquid, exudes burnt smell and approaches complete malfunction, it will have already brought substantial damage to the transmission. Thus, once you notice minor issues with the cooler lines, it is best to replace them right away.

Can I drive with transmission leak?

While it is not especially dangerous to continue driving with a leaking transmission fluid, it can cause catastrophic damage to your engine. As soon as you notice your car is leaking transmission fluid, you should seek to contact a certified mechanic to have your transmission fluid serviced.

What size transmission cooler?

When it comes to automatic transmission coolers, bigger is always better. This cooler measures 8-1/4 X 13-inches (Earl’s #24200ERL). It’s big but as indicated in the text, it’s impossible to overcool an automatic transmission.

What is a transmission cooling line?

What is a transmission cooling line? Your transmission cooling lines, often just called the transmission lines, are the lines that connect your transmission to the radiator in your car. The hot fluid cools off in the radiator and then heads back to the transmission.

What is a transmission cooler leak?

Transmission Harsh Shift. A leak in the transmission hydraulic lines that travel to the transmission cooler can empty a transmission of fluid at a slow to even dramatic rate depending on the size of the leak. Any automatic transmission that looses or has less fluid than it needs to run properly will most likely be coupled with…