Transmission Cooler

Megan370z · 05-23-2013, 08:13 PM

I honestly recommend you to also get a thermostatic plate. it will help in cooler temps !

Wonka2581 · 05-23-2013, 11:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Megan370z

I honestly recommend you to also get a thermostatic plate. it will help in cooler temps !

Ok ill call GTM to get more info thanks.

zakimak · 05-24-2013, 03:07 PM

Add one of these along with a valve actuator with a switch then you can turn it on or off

Setrab Thermostatic Fan Switches - Thermostatic Switches - Setrab Oil Coolers

http://www.solenoidvalvesuk.co/12voltsolenoidvalves.asp

One that can handle the heat and pressure

1slow370 · 05-25-2013, 01:22 AM

damn i killed this thing off for 3 years? Yeah i've seen the coolers from GTM, If you wanna kill to birds with one stone their new radiator is supposed to have a bigger more efficent oil cooler in it too, and it is certainly big enough to cool a monster.

Nut_N_Much · 06-03-2013, 06:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jetguy

thought i would open a thread for us 7at people that are considering installing an automatic transmission cooler.

some of the questions that i have are:

is this a necessary modification? do our 7at get too hot?

what is a good kit to go with?

would like to see a diy write up w/ pics

p.s.
i used seach and went through 3 pages with little to no results

This is what I was looking for Stillen 7AT coolers installed? WStar did a thread a wile back about his AT Cooler install. Lot of good stuff in here! Using it to do mine..

Thanks WSTAR

Joker_J · 01-30-2015, 01:04 PM

I just ordered the transmission cooler from Stillen today!
I dont know if its necessary for an Oil Cooling kit unless you take it to the tracks.
I push the car once in a while, but not to the point where the oil goes pass 240 on the gauge

Can't wait to install it!

Nut_N_Much · 01-30-2015, 06:55 PM

You will find that the lines they provide are bigger than the hard lines you will connect to. Unless you bought the expensive kit that runs all the way back to the trans and ties in with banjo bolts.

Best way to connect with no leaks id to buy a $15.00 flare tool and flare the end of the hard line before sliding your provided lines and hose clamp.

PM me when your ready to do it if you have any questions. I'll try to find it but i did fine a brass step down that took the soft line and sized it down to match the hard line. I just used a small piece of smaller hose and connected it all. No leaks.

I'll post the diameter sizes in a second. I have them somewhere so your not wasting time and money.

Take a piece of sheet metal and make a block off plate for daily driving. Magen is right on, you run the fluid to cool and your destroy the trans. I have 1 small louver opening on mine. I only take the plate off when i AutoX and it's not that often.

Yep, on WSTAR thread the hard line on the car that kit connects to is 5/16, if you use the 3/8 with out flaring the end of the hard line you will have leaks. $450.00 to change your trans fluid, and it take hours.

Hope this helps!
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Felix 808 · 01-30-2015, 08:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wonka2581

Ok I need to know I live in TN, and the winers can get cold. Would this be over kill for a Street car with a occasional track day???

GTM Motorsports*::*AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION*::*GTM HD TRANSMISSION COOLER FOR VQ

The best way to do it is install a temp gauge & find out what type of heat you are generating for your driving style/application & install the proper size cooler based on the BTU load.

$.02

FairladyZ40th · 08-31-2015, 02:11 PM

Ok so I bought a 12 row cooling unit but I messed up and only ordered the radiator part without any hoses or bolts or anything at all and was wondering if someone knew where I can purchase that? Post a link if you do is greatly appreciate it! I'm just looking for the lines and all the needed parts to run the install. Thanks for your time guys

MILENKOGT · 08-31-2015, 05:51 PM

Before spending tons of money on a trans cooler setup kit. Try the DIY approach.

Use the Trucool SR4588 Transmission cooler. Its more than sufficient to meet the cooling needs of the RE7RO1A 7spd auto.

The 7AT should have a tube warmer that is located in the radiator, probably in the bottom. This is just to warm the fluid in colder climate to bring it to a more viscous level.

And I'm assuming there is an Auxiliary cooler as well, probably sandwiched between the radiator and condensor.

If there is or is not an auxiliary cooler, I would still highly recommend running the SR4588 cooler up front in direct path of air flow if possible when mounting.

Make sure there is atleast an inch gap from where mount the external trans cooler to the surface behind the cooler such as the condensor. This will allow ample air flow through the cooler and keep it working efficiently.

The low pressure drop coolers such as the Trucool SR4588 are designed to flow only through the upper portion of the flues until the fluid is warmer. (SUPPOSEDLY...lol)

You can always run a thermostatic bypass, but unless you live in temps that see 35deg and below often, it shouldn't be needed.

Other than that, if you live in extreme cold climates, don't drive like an a$$hole until everything is at operating temp.

shadow85 · 02-17-2017, 07:25 PM

Im thinking of getting a Setrab 25 row Series 6 oil cooler for my trans.

Will be shooting for 500 whp on an Automatic.

Zat_Zuma · 02-18-2017, 12:10 PM

B&M Hi-Tek SuperCoolers with thermostatic controlled Fans 70298

shadow85 · 02-18-2017, 09:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zat_Zuma

B&M Hi-Tek SuperCoolers with thermostatic controlled Fans 70298

Wil this be good for a 500whp Automatic?

ScoobieZ · 05-23-2017, 03:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Megan370z

all I can say is if you are pushing it hard on the track
the Oil cooler is a MUST
not only you wil have better shift time , but also less lag time when the tranny actualy lock the gear in.
but also make sure you have a thermostatic plate similar to every engine oil cooler setup.
you dont want to run the tranny with a way too cold tranny fluild.
the 7AT generate a lot of heat due to the torque convecter

How do we add a thermostatic plate for a tranny cooler? All thermostatic plates for our car are made for engine oil filter mount...

zer099 · 05-23-2017, 05:58 PM

here you go: In-line thermostat.

05-23-2013, 08:13 PM	#16 (permalink)
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zakimak 6/2/80 - 9/29/14 - RIP Lukas Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Ottawa, Ontario Posts: 450 Drives: ZR; Q45; VTR1K, GT65 Rep Power: 16	Add one of these along with a valve actuator with a switch then you can turn it on or off Setrab Thermostatic Fan Switches - Thermostatic Switches - Setrab Oil Coolers http://www.solenoidvalvesuk.co/12voltsolenoidvalves.asp One that can handle the heat and pressure __________________ What doesn't kill you might make you a cripple so chose wisely. Free Stuff for Premium Members - Yeah Really Last edited by zakimak; 05-24-2013 at 03:12 PM.

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01-30-2015, 06:55 PM	#22 (permalink)
Nut_N_Much A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Pensacola Florida Posts: 1,696 Drives: Awesome Car Rep Power: 26	You will find that the lines they provide are bigger than the hard lines you will connect to. Unless you bought the expensive kit that runs all the way back to the trans and ties in with banjo bolts. Best way to connect with no leaks id to buy a $15.00 flare tool and flare the end of the hard line before sliding your provided lines and hose clamp. PM me when your ready to do it if you have any questions. I'll try to find it but i did fine a brass step down that took the soft line and sized it down to match the hard line. I just used a small piece of smaller hose and connected it all. No leaks. I'll post the diameter sizes in a second. I have them somewhere so your not wasting time and money. Take a piece of sheet metal and make a block off plate for daily driving. Magen is right on, you run the fluid to cool and your destroy the trans. I have 1 small louver opening on mine. I only take the plate off when i AutoX and it's not that often. Yep, on WSTAR thread the hard line on the car that kit connects to is 5/16, if you use the 3/8 with out flaring the end of the hard line you will have leaks. $450.00 to change your trans fluid, and it take hours. Hope this helps! . __________________ Did new cool science stuff to the car !!! http://www.the370z.com/mazoc/99606-z...y-14-17-a.html http://www.the370z.com/diy-section-d...-w-videos.html Last edited by Nut_N_Much; 01-30-2015 at 06:58 PM.

08-31-2015, 05:51 PM	#25 (permalink)
MILENKOGT Base Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: pensacola, fl Posts: 30 Drives: nissan titan Rep Power: 9	Before spending tons of money on a trans cooler setup kit. Try the DIY approach. Use the Trucool SR4588 Transmission cooler. Its more than sufficient to meet the cooling needs of the RE7RO1A 7spd auto. The 7AT should have a tube warmer that is located in the radiator, probably in the bottom. This is just to warm the fluid in colder climate to bring it to a more viscous level. And I'm assuming there is an Auxiliary cooler as well, probably sandwiched between the radiator and condensor. If there is or is not an auxiliary cooler, I would still highly recommend running the SR4588 cooler up front in direct path of air flow if possible when mounting. Make sure there is atleast an inch gap from where mount the external trans cooler to the surface behind the cooler such as the condensor. This will allow ample air flow through the cooler and keep it working efficiently. The low pressure drop coolers such as the Trucool SR4588 are designed to flow only through the upper portion of the flues until the fluid is warmer. (SUPPOSEDLY...lol) You can always run a thermostatic bypass, but unless you live in temps that see 35deg and below often, it shouldn't be needed. Other than that, if you live in extreme cold climates, don't drive like an a$$hole until everything is at operating temp. Memphis370Z likes this. __________________ 2008 Nissan Titan Crew Cab 2wd JWT C8/S7 cam package, Full Bolt ons 372rwhp/447rwtq Uprev Tuned @ Z1 Motorsports Last edited by MILENKOGT; 08-31-2015 at 05:53 PM.

01-30-2015, 01:04 PM	#21 (permalink)
Joker_J Track Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: The Ville, KY Posts: 576 Drives: 2014 NISSAN 370Z Rep Power: 12	I just ordered the transmission cooler from Stillen today! I dont know if its necessary for an Oil Cooling kit unless you take it to the tracks. I push the car once in a while, but not to the point where the oil goes pass 240 on the gauge Can't wait to install it!

08-31-2015, 02:11 PM	#24 (permalink)
FairladyZ40th Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: San Diego Posts: 483 Drives: 2010 370z 40th 6MT Rep Power: 60	Ok so I bought a 12 row cooling unit but I messed up and only ordered the radiator part without any hoses or bolts or anything at all and was wondering if someone knew where I can purchase that? Post a link if you do is greatly appreciate it! I'm just looking for the lines and all the needed parts to run the install. Thanks for your time guys

02-17-2017, 07:25 PM	#26 (permalink)
shadow85 Track Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: South Australia, Austra Posts: 917 Drives: 15' 370Z A/T AMM TT Rep Power: 24	Im thinking of getting a Setrab 25 row Series 6 oil cooler for my trans. Will be shooting for 500 whp on an Automatic.

02-18-2017, 12:10 PM	#27 (permalink)
Zat_Zuma A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Edmonton, Alberta ...eh Posts: 1,171 Drives: 2017 Touring auto Rep Power: 18	B&M Hi-Tek SuperCoolers with thermostatic controlled Fans 70298 shadow85 likes this. __________________ [B]2009 & 2017 370Z Touring Sport Autos SOLD

05-23-2017, 05:58 PM	#30 (permalink)
zer099 Base Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Dawsonville, GA Posts: 88 Drives: '98 200sx; '09 G37x Rep Power: 9	here you go: In-line thermostat. __________________ 2009 G37X \| 326 AWHP \| 264 AWTQ

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