Is 210 Degrees for Transmission Fluid and 235 Degrees for Engine Oil Too High While Towing

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I have a 2010 silverado LTZ crew cab 6.2 6 speed trans with the max tow package. I just bought a 5th wheel tall trailer weighing approx. 7200 lbs. I drive in the rocky mountains. My first trip out I used the tow mode. My transmission low temp was 203 f high temp was 217 f with my engine temp going up to 235. I was climbing a long hill in about 90 f air temps. do I need to change my trans. cooler to reduce temps in engine and trans

asked by: Jed

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If the transmission fluid temperature gets over 200 degrees Fahrenheit then you are reducing the life of the transmission so yes, I do recommend adding an additional larger transmission cooler. In regards to engine oil temperature, 235 degrees Fahrenheit is pretty normal, maybe a tad high. The Derale Combination Transmission and Engine Oil Cooler part # D15903 for GM or part # D15902 for all others would be a great addition helping with both engine oil and transmission fluid.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

The Hellwig Adjustable Rear Anti-Sway Bar #HE47FR is primarily designed to help reduce sway/body roll on your 2022 GMC Canyon crew cab. This while not helping reduce trailer sway will still help to make towing with your trailer more stable. A front…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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As it is the fascia door on your 2018 GMC Acadia cannot be reinstalled once Draw-Tite trailer hitch #76023 is in place. It can be trimmed and put back on, see instructions link, but not will not fit unless it is trimmed. Basically the door is trimmed…

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Adding a cooler to your 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will help extend the life of your transmission and help increase the performance. We do offer a transmission and engine oil cooler designed for GM vehicles. It is part #D15903. This cooler has the same…

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Seems like you're looking to cool your engine oil. This Derale Engine cooler kit #D15450 is designed to fit GM vehicles. Mount it wherever you will get the most air flow. Whenever adding engine oil coolers, remember that you will increase the…

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Answer 9

I confirmed with Derale the Atomic-Cool Remote Transmission Cooler Kit #D13950 is going to be your best option for your 2014 GMC Yukon XL with 6.2L engine. This cooler has a fan to help push more air through the cooler at low speeds.

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Answer 10

After you've packed the bearings and assembled everything, carefully slide the hub assembly onto the spindle and install the outer bearing. Install the spindle and tang washer and run the spindle nut down finger tight, then rotate the hub back…

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Cooling the oil might have a small effect on the overall temperature of the engine as a whole, but it will not be very much. If the truck is running hot, there could be a problem with the thermostat. If that checks out, you may need to add additional…

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The way to find out specifically if the Derale Electra-Cool Combo Engine and Transmission Cooler Assembly w/ Fan #D15200 will fit your 2018 Dodge Journey is going to require some measurements. The reason for this is that these coolers aren't…

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