Derale Transmission Coolers for the 2005 Sierra by GMC

Derale Series 9000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit w/ NPT Inlets - Class I -Extra Efficient - 2005 Sierra by GMC

11" Wide x 3-7/8" tall x 1-1/4" deep, radiator-style heat exchanger improves the performance and overall functioning of your GMC Sierra's transmission. Includes hose-barb adapters to fit the 1/2" NPT inlets.

Features:

• Prolongs life of transmission
• Improves overall performance
• Prevents heat-related failures
• Has furnace-brazed aluminum construction and 1-1/4" wide turbulator plates for more efficient cooling
• Includes complete mounting kit, OEM spec hose with stainless steel clamps, Insta-dapt radiator adapter and hose-barb fittings
• Sleek design makes this ideal for use in compact cars

Specs:

• Inlets: 1/2" NPT
• Fittings: 1/2" NPT x 3/8" hose barb
• Overall dimensions: 11" wide x 3-7/8" tall x 1-1/4" deep
• Distance between inlets: 8-7/8"
• Mounting dimensions: 6-3/4" wide x 3" tall
• 1-Year warranty

Note: The Derale Insta-dapt radiator adapter fits most GMC Sierras 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.

13611 Derale Series 9000 Plate and Fin Heat Exchanger with Installation Kit

Video of Derale Series 9000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit w/ NPT Inlets - Class I -Extra Efficient

Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer
installation instructions and specs for complete information.

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Ask the Experts about this Derale Transmission Coolers

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• I do not see any reason why you would not be able to tow a 1,255 pound boat and trailer with a 2008 Ford Taurus. You should check your vehicle owner manual and make sure that the gross trailer weight and the tongue weight of the boat, loaded and ready to tow, are within the vehicle limits. We have the Hidden Hitch Trailer Hitch for the 2008 Taurus by Ford, item # 87108, which has a 3,500 pound weight carrying capacity and would be plenty of hitch to tow the boat you mentioned, as long as the
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• Can the Average Do-It-Yourselfer Install a Transmission Cooler on a 2007 Chrysler Town and Country
  
• Installing a transmission cooler is not very difficult and I have every confidence that you will be able to install the Derale Transmission Cooler, # D13611, on your 2007 Chrysler Town and Country. Make sure you have the necessary tools. Your mechanical skills should serve you well for this installation. I can give you some installation tips. Transmission coolers are designed to be mounted flush against either the radiator or the AC condenser core. For maximum cooling ability, the heat exchan
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• Do I Need A Transmission Cooler When Towing A 2003 Saturn LW300 With A Motorhome
  
• Using a transmission cooler on your motorhome when towing a vehicle would definitely help limit the wear and tear on the transmission. The Derale Transmission Cooler, # D13611, is designed for compact cars so I would recommend the Derale Transmission Cooler, # D13504, which is designed for larger vehicles. You will want to make sure that you will have room in front of your a/c condenser or radiator to install the heat exchanger. If you are asking about installing the Derale Transmission
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• Which Transmission Cooler is Recommended for a 2005 Honda Pilot
  
• Mounting a trans cooler in front of everything else, radiator and AC condenser, will yield the most cooling ability. The size of the heat exchanger is the factor that weighs most heavily on the cooling ability followed by location and construction/design. The best way to select a cooler is by considering the load you will be towing and the area you will be towing in. The cooler needed to aid in towing a single jet ski in a cool or moderate climate would not be nearly as big as the cooler need
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• Recommend A Transmission Cooler and Fittings For 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis
  
• The item you selected, the Derale Transmission Cooler, part # D13611 will work on your 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis as long as you have room to mount it on your vehicle. The ideal place to mount a transmission cooler for maximum cooling efficiency is behind the grill of your 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis but in front of the radiator. Part # D13611 is a plate and fin cooler and is very effective in cooling the transmission fluid. You will want to measure at the front of your vehicle to make sur
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• Aftermarket Transmission Cooler Installation for Mitsubishi Vehicles
  
• It would not surprise me if Mitsubushi OEM transmissions had a function that stopped the flow of transmission fluid out of the transmission when the transmission is cold. I do not believe that this option would be installed outside of the transmission, because there would need to be a bypass hose and valves in the transmission output and return lines, causing a complicated installation at the factory. The Derale Series 9000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit, item # D13611, does not have a opt
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• Derale Transmission Cooler Recommendations For 2008 Chrysler Town and Country w/4.0L Engine
  
• The Derale Transmission Cooler you selected, part # D13611, would work on your 2008 Chrysler Town and Country as long as you have room to mount it. I would recommend the Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit, part # D13502, for your vehicle as it is much thinner. Part # D13502 measures 11 Inches wide, 7-1/4 Inches Tall, and 7/8 Inches Deep. You will want to measure on your vehicle to make sure you have room to mount the cooler. The most efficient and recommended spot to mount
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• Transmission Cooler Recommendation for a 2003 Acura MDX
  
• I would suggest the largest plate and fin transmission cooler that will fit on your vehicle to provide the most cooling.Transmission coolers are flow through devices so you can pretty much use any transmission cooler you want as long as it will fit in your vehicle. You cannot cool the transmission fluid too much so there is no worry of installing a cooler that is too large. The only precaution with a very large cooler is to let the engine warm a bit on bitterly cold days before taking off. T
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• Transmission Cooler Recommendation for a 2010 Honda Accord
  
• When choosing a transmission cooler, there are several factors that go into deciding the best one for your needs. This includes how much weight you will be towing with your 2010 Honda Accord, the terrain you will be driving on, the distance you will be towing, and the available location a cooler can be installed in order to keep the transmission fluid in the optimum temperature range (160 to 200 degrees F). A class I cooler like # D12901 or # D13611 that you have referenced would be a good ch
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• Which Line Is Transmission Fluid Return Line on 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
  
• Typically the return line of the transmission is the one at the bottom of the cooler. You can do a small test to determine which line is the return line. First, start engine while engine is cold. Put the transmission in drive for no more than 10 seconds Stop engine Feel the both of the lines, and whichever one is cooler is the return line that is taking the fluid back to the transmission. To install the cooler you selected, Derale Transmission Cooler, part # D13611, you will also need
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• Recommended Transmission Cooler for 2004 Honda Accord
  
• The Derale Class I transmission cooler you referenced, part # D13611 would work great for you. Due to the extreme heat you are dealing with, you might be better off going with a higher-rated transmission cooler like the Series 8000 Plate Fin Cooler, part # D13501. You cannot over cool a transmission, so going with a higher rated cooler will not have any negative effect on your Accord. For best results, the transmission cooler should be mounted in front of the A/C condenser, right behind the
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• Recommendation For Transmission Cooler on a 2007 Jeep Liberty 3.7L Engine
  
• On a transmission cooler there are three basic types of heat exchangers. The most efficient is the stacked plate. The next one is the plate and fin, which is very efficient. Then, the tube and fin which is moderately efficient. It will also matter where the heat exchanger is installed. The best spot for the greatest efficiency is between your vehicles grille and the AC condenser core on your 2007 Jeep Liberty. The next best spot is between the AC condenser and the radiator. This spot will red
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• Recommended Transmission Cooler for 1994 Nissan Pathfinder
  
• I typically recommend choosing the largest transmission cooler that will fit into the available space. The best place to install a transmission cooler is directly behind the grille, in front of the radiator and A/C condenser. Choosing the largest available cooler like part # D13503 is a good choice, because you cannot over-cool a transmission. The cooler measures 8 by 11 inches, and is 7/8 of an inch thick. The cooler installs inline with the transmission return line that runs from the rad
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• Recommended Transmission Cooler for 2006 Saturn Vue 4WD
  
• Although the Derale # D13611 transmission cooler would work well with your Saturn Vue, we typically recommend using the largest cooler that will fit behind the grille of your vehicle. The ideal mounting location is directly behind the grill, in front of the radiator and A/C condenser. Because a transmission cooler allows airflow through it, there is not a worry that it will block or hinder the operation of the radiator or condenser behind it. A larger cooler like part # D13502, which measures
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• Which Transmission Cooler for 2005 Nissan Frontier
  
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• Which Transmission Cooler for 2004 Nissan Titan to Supplement or Replace OEM Cooler
  
• The transmission coolers we offer are not OEM replacements. They are intended to supplement the existing OEM cooler for demanding applications like towing or for continuous use in very hot conditions. You might start by reviewing the attached article which answers many FAQs about transmission fluid coolers in general. If your Nissan OEM cooler is a combination radiator/transmission cooler, we suggest you replace it with an original or manufacturer-approved replacement and supplement it with
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