05-14-2017, 04:18 AM
One follow up.
Both of the 3/4 NPT fittings where the transmission cooler hoses attach leaked like sieves after freeway driving. The ATF made a big mess in the bay and on the tow car. I know they were 3 ft wrench tight when I put it back in, but after the radiator was hot I was able to turn both of them almost two turns.
So, if you replace the radiator, you might plan to retighten those fittings once the unit is up to temp. And you won't see a leak while idling cause not enough fluid is being pumped to the cooler until you bring it up to speed.
Both of the 3/4 NPT fittings where the transmission cooler hoses attach leaked like sieves after freeway driving. The ATF made a big mess in the bay and on the tow car. I know they were 3 ft wrench tight when I put it back in, but after the radiator was hot I was able to turn both of them almost two turns.
So, if you replace the radiator, you might plan to retighten those fittings once the unit is up to temp. And you won't see a leak while idling cause not enough fluid is being pumped to the cooler until you bring it up to speed.
Richard and Rhonda Entrekin
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