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Code: D13503
Retail:$102.45
Price:$55.95
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11" Wide x 8-3/4" tall x 7/8" deep, efficient heat exchanger will prolong the life of your transmission and improve its overall performance. Specifically designed for Chevrolet Silverados with late-model, electronic overdrive transmissions.
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Note: The Derale Insta-dapt radiator adapter fits most Chevrolet Silverados with 5/16" transmission lines, but not all. In some cases, additional fittings or alteration of the OEM lines or hoses may be required for installation.
One of the more popular cooling systems available, the radiator-style, plate-and-fin heat exchanger provides increased surface area so that fluids can spread out along the finned chambers to cool faster. In addition to the increased surface area, this cooler also features turbulator technology, whereby fluids are agitated continuously, not only to facilitate heat transfer, but also to prevent any undesirable drop in pressure.
Video of Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit w/Barb Inlets - Class III - Efficient
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Demot-Derale-Transmission-Coolers-D13503 Today we have Derale Series 8000 Plate Fin Transmission Cooler Kit, part number D13503. The kit comes with a transmission cooler, a new line, a hose clamp kit for attaching the new lines, and a mounting kit for the transmission cooler itself. It comes with these long post zips that work as a zip tie to secure this in front of your AC condenser. Transmission coolers are universal fit items. They are not vehicle specific; they are designed to fit anywhere there is space. In order to make sure it will fit your vehicle you want to find a spot where you want to mount a transmission cooler, and measure it to make sure there is adequate room.
Typically you want it in front of the AC condenser or at least in between the AC condenser and the Radiator itself. To give you an idea of some measurements weve got about 11 in width, 9 in height, and the transmission cooler itself is about 1 thick. So make sure that you measure on your vehicle that you will have enough space to mount the transmission cooler. This cooler is covered by 1 year warranty from the manufacturer, and that does it for Derale Series 8000 Plate Fin Transmission Cooler Kit, part number D13503. .
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Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (48 Customer Reviews)
by: Art CA.02/11/2012
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I have a 2007 Silverado Classic w/ 4.8L and was somewhat nervous about buying the tranny cooler because I have never done this before, but honestly, it's pretty self-explanatory. I bought the 8000 series I also used GM adapter D13035 and it fit easily in the "out" position of the radiator. I placed the cooler in the very front of the oil cooler so that it would get 100% air. However, because I did not want the ties to go through the oil cooler and then the radiator, there is a bottom bracket that goes across <--------------> the oil cooler and I cut slits into it and made holding bracket for the trans. cooler so now it is about an inch in front of the oil cooler. This will allow maximum cooling because air can circulate all the way around the cooler. I'll post some pics when I can. -Art P.s. Had to buy about 3 more feet of hose, but not too bad of an install for someone who hasn't done this before.31532
by: Steven H.01/17/2012
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This cooler was easy to install. I did not use the insta-dapter fitting that comes with the cooler. I used a 5/16 barbed coupler instead. One thing I should note is: the instructions state, "warm the vehicle and locate the cooler line and that one will be the return". In my case the radiator made the return line hotter after warming the vehicle for several minutes. I had factory Honda cooler instructions available at install. So return line location was a no brainer. Derale instructions had me second guessing my connections after install was compete. It's installed on a 2002 Honda Odyssey with a newly installed transmission at 70K. I had to remove the headlamp assembly in order to tip the condenser coil far enough to get my hand behind it.29861
by: Gilbert C10/13/2012
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Product install was fairly easy. Mine was on a 2009 Silverado 1500 and after a few minutes I figured out that removing the airbox top half made installing the retaining e-clip on the etra radiator fitting so much easier. Temp dropped about 35 degrees under normal driving conditions. Definitely well worth the money and effort. 57164
by: Jimmy C.09/16/2012
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Installation was done by my local Subaru dealer and at a reasonable cost. I did not want to do it myself since it was a new 2013 Outback and the front bumper had to be removed. They made a couple of brackets and mounted it with bolts instead of using the included plastic ties. We will be towing a Camplite model CL13QBB with a dry weight of 2100 lbs with our 4 cylinder CVT transmission and read the reviews on this cooler and went with it. The fit was perfect. Thanks etrailer for your advise and guick shipping.54831
by: John S.05/02/2012
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Fabulous. For a 2002 Odyssey don't remove factory fittings from RADIATOR. Remove hoses from steel tubes that come off the radiator and use a double male fitting from the hardware store for the return hose. To make life really easy, download a copy of Honda's installation for Factory Cooler to figure exactly where the return lines are. Rip off the bumper. Get er done. 1 hr. The whole car drives different. Smoother. Quieter. 39178
by: Jacques01/19/2012
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E-trailer has just about everything you might need for your trailer and tow vehicle. Delivery was the fastest I have had from an online company in a long time. Quality products too.29969
by: Joseph H.05/08/2013
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Great Product. Plan to install on Nissan Cube to aid in additional cooling for CVT. High usage vehicle.79402
by: Mike H05/08/2013
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Placed it on the 2013 Nissan Pathfinder SL, 4x4, with tow package. This car already has an external cooler tucked in front of the front wheel well driver's side. I wanted to plus it up with the efficient placement of this trans cooler by placing in front of the radiator and connected with the other existing cooler. Had to take off the bumper to make it happen, but it looks great.79342
by: Cindy F.05/03/2013
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Great and arrived very fast! :) 78908
by: Blake C.04/29/2013
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The most difficult thing was attaching the hoses. Video really helped. Really appreciate the quick shipping and prompt service.78284
by: Corrie04/08/2013
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I read a review before I bought this one and it works great. Install time took me 4hr because it was my first time and I didn't really know how to take off my front bumper on a 2003 mdx. The kit came with everything I needed and everything fits. 74879
by: Pavel04/08/2013
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Fits and works great 74875
by: David03/24/2013
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The install was very simple. This installation video you had was great! We just returned from a 400 mile road trip which put the cooler to good use with no leaks or issues. Great service and a good price.72125
by: no name02/23/2013
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Good quality product. Installation went smooth. good company. 67560
by: Dan02/18/2013
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Good price, good quality, i would recommend Etrailer .66887
by: Andrew02/13/2013
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The transmission cooler worked but I had to modify it so it would fit. The quality of the cooler is questionable as well. Very thin material but I guess you get what you pay for. OEM cooler is $216 and this one was $50 so I kinda expected to have to modify or make it fit. Overall it works and I can drive my truck. So I'm happy but I wish it was closer to the manufacturer cooler66225
We have a few different lines from Derale. The Series 8000 Plate-Fin and Dyno-Cool lines are lower cost items. They will still perform, but there are options if you are looking for something a little more robust. The series 9000 Plate-Fin Coolers and Stacked-Plate coolers would probably be more along the lines of what you are looking for.
Patrick B - 2/19/2013 by: Phu Lam11/02/2012
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Fast shipping. Very good service. A++++ ++58749
by: John W10/23/2012
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So far seems to be working well. Haven't done much towing yet. Installing was a pain in the butt, but I figured it would be so I wasn't surprised57908
by: Camper4ever09/21/2012
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Fast shipping, great product also good follow up by team member, I highly recommend this company that you can trust.... 55362
by: jeff p08/18/2012
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Good product. fast delivery. love it. 52208
by: Scott08/09/2012
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Not too difficult to install. Slaved it into the system so I can use both the factory coolers and using these items as additional coolers.51214
Hey Scott, Can you give me some advice on how you slaved it into the existing cooler? My guess would be that it gives you 2x the cooling?
comment by: Mark B. - 11/21/2012
Chances are it would not be twice the cooling, but certainly more than either cooler by itself. Instead of by passing the OEM cooler, simply run the return line from the factory cooler to the new Derale cooler, and then out of the Derale back to the transmission. That is how the cooler was set up on the TrailBlazer video.
Patrick B - 11/21/2012 by: Al W.08/07/2012
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Went in my 2006 Honda Pilot in about an hour. No problems. 50861
by: Matt M07/07/2012
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Installed the product today. My installation is pretty unique on the Jeep Liberty CRD. This vehicle has a pusher fan in front of the stack of heat exchangers (Condenser/Trans cooler, intercooler, radiator), so the "zip tie" installation is not an option. Also, the stock trans cooler, which is the bottom 1/4 of the A/C condenser, has a different type of fitting on it. Product seems to work as intended. Hoses were a bit hard to get onto the barbs, even with a little transmission fluid as a lubricant.47086
by: Sterling in Wisconsin07/06/2012
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Installed quickly (once I figured out which line was the input and outlet from the radiator - tip: open line, then have someone start the engine, as soon as you see fluid squirting, stop engine. You now know which line is input/output). Towed boat with it just fine, towing trailer 5K this summer. All the websites say "be sure to install transmission fluid cooler if you are going to tow with your Odyssey." I'm glad this was so straight forward, and a good price (just like the wiring kit I ALSO just got from you). Thank you!!! Sterling47022
by: George H.06/04/2012
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Got the product arrived in good shape. It took me about 1 hr 45 min to install it on my 2006 Dakota. The fitting for the radator did not work. The stock fitting on the radator has ample tuding to cut and flare a little bit to do the same job. I am well pleased with the order. Thanks42680
by: Rob R.05/23/2012
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Looks like it will really cool oil well due to design. Also quit sturdy material and design. Can't wait to install it and realize its benefits. 41486
by: Grimshaw05/22/2012
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Not difficult to install - another foot of rubber pipe would be useful. (fitted to a 2000 Subaru Outback). Instructions OK.41357
by: Thoma T05/22/2012
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Installed the transmission cooler into a 2005 Honda Pilot. The existing hose is not long enough so had to get a hose splice kit from local automotive supply - not a big deal, but would have been great to have this as part of the kit. The Pilot has two fans behind the radiator which is behind the A/C so I couldn't use the tie down straps, but the holes lined up well with the brace for the power steer cooler and I used stainless steel ties for the top. Overall the quality seems good and the product was delivered on time with no issues. 41261
by: Rocky C.05/20/2012
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Bought this cooler to install in my 04 Silverado, installation easy with the snap in radiator adapter, and after reading other reviews decided to get extra hose for the install.41046
by: Dan H04/27/2012
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Great product fro the price and well worth installing if you plan to tow!!38580
by: Brandon Shearer04/16/2012
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Hose was too short but otherwise was what I expected. 37326
by: Rod Y04/12/2012
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Got cooler was delivered on time as promised. Pretty simple install. I felt like the hose should of been alittle longer. I had to purchase another section. It would of been more convent for me if the hose was longer even if it cost a little more. Other than that I would recommend it. Now I can drive to Alaska worry free !!!!!!36975
by: Howard W.04/12/2012
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Works good. 36885
by: Micah A04/01/2012
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Great product. Easy to install. Shipped very quickly.35841
by: Tom M.03/22/2012
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fast shipping 34815
by: Tony D03/19/2012
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Item came in as ordered. Excellent sight. I would definately recommend to all my friends.34407
by: chuck c.03/19/2012
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went in easy needed a bit more hose but works well !!34368
by: Kevin B.03/19/2012
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Very easy to install providing you have an extra set of hands and are slightly mechanically inclined. The tube supplied was a little shorter than I would have liked it to be. An extra foot would have been ideal. I made it work, but I had to re-position the cooler when I realized I was going to be a few inches short. So far so good.34354
by: Jay03/15/2012
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Great service 33992
by: Scott G03/06/2012
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I installed the Derale D13503 in series with my existing factory installed auxillary cooler for added protection on my Ford Explorer Sport Trac. With the Sport Trac tranny having the reputation for overheating failure, I took the cooling up a notch! I tow a 7X14 enclosed v-nosed trailer, and now I am protected! It was a very easy install, and the included hardware made it pain-free :-)33187
by: Dick W02/21/2012
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Product arrived before I expected and was just what I wanted.32098
by: Jon D02/08/2012
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The Derale transmission cooler arrived quickly and in perfect condition. Installation was easy, although the four feet of transmission fluid hose was not near long enough to install cooler on my 1986 F250. I went to six auto parts stores before finally finding some at NAPA. Order some with the cooler for ford trucks.31335
by: james02/14/2013
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Installed this on my wife's 04 Honda pilot. I wanted to have piece of mind knowing I have extra protection on those sometimes "questionable" Honda transmissions. I would recommend one of these to anyone with a Honda pilot even if you don't plan to tow. The only reason I didn't rate it higher is because the provided hose is not long enough for a pilot. Other than that it is a great product!!66362
by: Roger Sines06/02/2012
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Installation was very simple and looks great on the car, very god setup. Thanks e-trailer42417
by: TJ05/25/2012
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Easy install and good product. 41701
by: Chad C.05/06/2012
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I bought this intending to install it myself. After getting it, I decided to have a mechanic friend install it and I am glad I did. It took him a couple of hours which means it would have taken me a lot longer... He had to remove the front bumper and lost of other covers, etc. to get at the radiator and condensor. Once all that was removed, he said it was pretty straight forward. I think it is going to work well and I would recommend this product and etrailer to others.39555
by: Dwight H02/02/2012
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works great installs easily just what i wanted thanks30845
by: Andrew90903/14/2012
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works perfectly. easy install. 33868
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