I've converted my 2-speed auto to a 200r4 as well as installed a Vintage Air AC system. I still have the stock rad that has the transmission lines running to it for cooling. Like many, I have experienced overheating problems and have been chasing that problem. I am pretty sure the overheating resulted in a transmission failure that I had this past summer. Therefore I want to add a separate trans cooler for some extra cooling. Wondering if anyone has any thought on the best mounting posistion considering I do not want to take a chance on making the engine overheating problem worse. I figure my choices are: (1) in front of the AC condensor (2) between the rad and the AC condensor, (3) or somewhere on the frame. Any thoughts would be appreciated.
Garth, The additional cooler will help the trans more than it will your overheating problem. I would be looking at other causes for that problem. But if you're already set to install the additional cooler, you should mount it where it will receive maximum air flow. Since you have A/C, mount the cooler in front of the condenser in sight of the grill. Also keep in mind it's an additional cooler, and should be used in series with the cooler in the radiator.
