Totally correct....and when you run higher HP/TQ (and also with a higher
performance TQ converter)...you'll definitely need a trans-cooler to
help keep the temp down. Average temp is about 180-200 depending on
overall conditions (weather, traffic, driver, etc.). With the Mopar
deep-sump pan and a small cooler, we were able to keep a Jeep ('98
GC/LE) at 168 degrees.
- Bernd
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net
[mailto:owner-dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net] On Behalf Of Ronald Wong
Sent: Saturday, July 06, 2002 9:18 PM
To: dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net
Subject: RE: DML: Trans Temp
Automatic transmissions generate large amounts of heat and are totally
dependant on the transmission fluid for cooling. When the fluid
temperature exceeds 200°F the fluid deteriorates rapidly, diminishing
its ability to lubricate and cool critical valves, springs, seals and
other internal components, leading to premature failure and costly
repairs. Over 90% of all automatic transmission failures are caused by
overheating. A 20° drop in fluid temperature can double the life of the
transmission!
For the longest life try and keep your transmission fluid temps to no
more than 185ºF.
Ron
00 PB SLT QC 4X2 5.9 46RE 3.92 LSD
For modifications see my DML Profile (URL follows)
http://www.twistedbits.net/WWWProfile/dakota/Kw9pV1EkFeOYY
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net
[mailto:owner-dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net]On Behalf Of brad k
Sent: Saturday, July 06, 2002 7:58 PM
To: dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net;
dakota-truck-moderator@bent.twistedbits.net
Subject: Re: DML: Trans Temp
I only drove it for 15-20 minutes this afternoon in
the heat and it seemed to level off at 210. Took
awhile
to get there though. Does that sound normal?
I'm thinking of putting on a trans cooler anyway.
Brad K.
--- Donald Mallett <mallett@prepaidlegal.com> wrote:
>
> I wish I could remember numbers better. My temp
> gauge is not working. I
> think its a bad gound some where. Its on my list of
> things to do. But your
> question might have just moved it a lot closer to
> the top. What kind of
> temps are you getting?
>
>
>
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> Don Mallett
> Y2K QC 4.7L Auto SLT+
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>
>
> >
> > Hi,
> >
> > For those of you with trans temp gauges, what temp
> > are you usually running and do you have an trans
> fluid
> > cooler?
> >
> > I just got my gauge installed and I want to make
> sure
> > everything is normal.
> >
> > Thanks!
> >
> > Brad K.
> > 98 Dakota CC 4x4 5.2L
> >
> >
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