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• Recommended Power Steering Fluid Cooler And Transmission Cooler For 2008 Honda Odyssey
  Adding coolers like a power steering fluid cooler and a transmission fluid cooler will help prolong the life of those components. You will want to consider the location for the cooler you install. I have attached a drawing that shows the best locations for mounting the transmission cooler. For your 2008 Honda Odyssey the transmission cooler you referenced, part # D13502 would work well. This is a Class lll cooler and comes with the mounting kit, OEM spec hose along with stainless steel...
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• Trailer Hitch, Wiring, and Brake Controller for a 2007 Honda Odyssey
  Yes, I will be happy to help add tow options to your 2007 Honda Odyssey. First you will need Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75270. This hitch has a maximum tongue weight rating up to 675 lbs and gross trailer weight rating up to 4,500 lbs. If the towing capacity in your Odyssey owner's manual is lower that the capacity of this hitch, tow according to the weight limits in your manual. There is no drilling required for installation. Next, you will need 4-way Flat Trailer Connector...
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• Recommended Transmission Cooler For 2011 Chrysler Town And Country
  We have a few transmission coolers that are designed to fit your 2010 Chrysler Town And Country. The Derale Transmission Cooler, part # D13502 is a plate-fin cooler that may be just what you are looking for. The biggest concern when installing coolers is the location and whether there is room for the installation. This cooler measures 11 inches wide x 7-1/4 inches tall x 7/8 inch deep. I have attached a drawing that shows the best location to mount a cooler. I have attached links to a...
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• Transmission Cooler Recommendation for a 1997 Honda CRV with Best Cooling and Ease of Installation
  I would recommend the Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit, item # D13502, for your 1997 Honda CRV. This cooler will be more than adequate for towing the weights you will be towing. You can not cool transmission fluid too much so the larger the cooler is, the better. We have a video installation of this cooler on a 2006 Honda CR-V that will be very similar to the installation on your 1997 model, see link. If you would like a smaller cooler you could go with the Derale Series...
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• Oil Cooler Recommendation for a 2004 Ford Escape
  I did some checking and it looks like the Derale Tube-Fin Engine Oil Cooler Kit w/ Adjustable Sandwich Adapter # D15505 will work on your 2004 Ford Escape. From the research I did the threads on the oil filter are 22 x 1.5 mm and the # D15505 comes with that size so it should work very well for you. I attached an FAQ article on oil coolers for you to check out also.
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• What Do I Need To Tow 1,800 lb Pop Up Camper With 2014 Honda Odyssey
  First you will need Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75270. This hitch has a maximum tongue weight rating up to 675 lbs and gross trailer weight rating up to 4,500 lbs. If the towing capacity in your Odyssey owner's manual is lower that the capacity of this hitch, tow according to the weight limits in your manual. Some models of the Odyssey have plastic panel covering the driver side frame. Remove this panel to install the hitch and leave the panel off or trim it to fit and...
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• Transmission Cooler Recommendation for 2009 Chevy Impala
  A transmission cooler will help prolong the life of any automatic transmission so installing one in your 2009 Chevy Impala would be a great choice. The Derale # D13502 would be a great choice that would work well. These kits are universal so while it may not have parts that are specific to your vehicle the install is basically the same for all vehicles. I attached an install video that shows a cooler installed on a similar Chevy as yours as well.
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• 2022 GMC Acadia Transmission Cooler Recommendation for Trailer Towing
  It looks like GM has listed your 2022 GMC Acadia for towing so you'll just need to refer to your owner's manual to ensure you don't exceed the towing capacity for your vehicle. Transmission coolers are pretty universal fitments so while we haven't installed one on your model vehicle as of yet (October 2023), I recommend looking into the Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit w/Barb Inlets # D13502. This measures 11" wide x 7-1/4" tall x 7/8" deep so as long as you're able...
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• Recommended Transmission Cooler for a 2019 Toyota Highlander
  After you install the Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit item # D13502, in your 2019 Toyota Highlander, you will need to take it to the dealer or a mechanic so they can top off your transmission fluid. You can add fluid to the lines while you're doing the installation but to get the fluid to the right levels you'll need to have a professional do it.
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• Comparing Flex-A-Lite And Derale Transmission Coolers For A 2016 Honda Pilot
  When comparing the Flex-a-lite Transmission Cooler # FLX400117 to the similar Derale Series 8000 Transmission Cooler # D13502, there are very few differences between them. Both have an aluminum construction, include all hardware needed, and are Plate-Fin style coolers. This is where the main difference is though. The Derale # D13502 will have 14 rows and the Flex-A-Lite # FLX400117 will have 17 rows. The only other main difference between them is that Derale uses a thermal paint coating...
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• What Cooler is Best for My 2002 Chevy Silverado 2500 6.0 Engine for Towing a 38' 5th Wheel?
  Hello Paul, Definitely a good idea to keep your transmission cooled while pulling a 38' 5th wheel. I found another option that I thought would fit your needs a little better, I went ahead and reached out to my contact at Derale and he agreed. The Derale Hyper-Cool Remote Transmission Cooler Kit w/ Fan, -8 AN Inlets - Class V # D15960 is going to be your best fit. You will still need the correct adapters, you will need to double check what kind of fittings your truck has. For your standard...
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• Mounting Location for the Derale Transmission Cooler on my 2018 Ford Edge
  The best mounting location for your Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit w/Barb Inlets part # D13502 is going to be on the lower portion of the grill on the condenser for your A/C. This can be accessed from the bottom by removing the lower maintenance cover. For better access you can remove the front fascia. If you check out the included video it will give you a step by step on how to do this starting at the 1:57 mark.
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• Transmission Cooler Recommendation and Comparison for a 2014 Honda Odyssey
  The difference between the two transmission coolers you referenced is the size of them. The part # D13504 is 11" Wide x 12" tall x 7/8" deep and the part # D13502 is 11" Wide x 7-1/4" tall x 7/8" deep. The difference is the height of the two. The # D13504 is 4-3/4 inches taller. What you will need to do is measure the area in front of your radiator and go with the biggest of the two that would fit. Both come with instructions and I attached an install video that shows a very similar...
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• Are Aftermarket Transmission Coolers Less Expensive Than a New Radiator
  While an aftermarket transmission cooler such as the Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit w/Barb Inlets - Class III - Efficient # D13502 is definitely less expensive than a brand new radiator, I cannot recommend this as a quality alternative to repairing a leaking radiator - you should definitely get that fixed.
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• Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler For a 2005 Toyota Sienna
  Yes, you will be able to fit the Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler # D13504 on your 2005 Toyota Sienna. This and the Cooler # D13502 that is smaller are all universal fit coolers. We do not list this as a fit since it is considered a class IV which is larger than needed for your Sienna.
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• How to Pick Out a Transmission Cooler for a 2006 Nissan Xterra
  The best way to pick out a transmission cooler is to measure the area in front of the radiator and pick out the largest cooler that will fit in that area. To maximize the space you have the best style of cooler to pick out would be a stacked plate cooler. These coolers are highly efficient and do not take up much space. I attached a page that has all of the stacked plate coolers we offer. Once you know how much room you have to work with you can select one of the coolers or you can email...
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• Is There Specific Mounting Orientation of Derale Transmission Cooler D13502
  There is not a preferred mounting position for the Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit # D13502. Reason for that is the line pressure will pump the fluid through the cooler no matter which direction you mount it. There is also not a specific inlet/outlet for the # D13502; either fitting can be used for that purpose.
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• Recommended Transmission Cooler and Towing Mirror Extensions for 2000 Nissan Frontier
  For your 2000 Nissan Frontier, the transmission cooler I recommend is the Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit w/Barb Inlets - Class III - Efficient # D13502. This will work whether you have the 2.4L I4 or the 3.3L V6 model. For your towing mirrors I recommend the CIPA Universal Dual Lens Towing Mirrors - Clip On - Qty 2 # 11953-2 which will be compatible with your factory mirror housing to extend your view.
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• Using OEM Lines to Install Aftermarket Transmission Cooler # D13502 in 2012 Jeep Liberty
  The aftermarket coolers we offer for oil and transmission fluids are intended to serve as supplementary units to assist the factory devices, but they are not designed to replace them. You are certainly able to usefully add secondary cooling for your Liberty transmission by installing a supplementary cooler such as the high-efficiency Derale # D13502. Oil and transmission coolers are not truly vehicle-specific; you can install a cooler as large as the space you have available for one. The...
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• Installation Of Derale Series 8000 Transmission Cooler on 2002 Jeep Liberty
  Yes, I can run you through the installation of the Derale Transmission Cooler, part # D13502, on your 2002 Jeep Liberty. To begin, you will want to find a place to mount the cooler. The ideal place to mount a transmission cooler is behind the front grille but in front of the radiator. You will want to measure the mounting location as this cooler measures 11 inches wide by 7-1/4 inches tall and is 7/8 inches thick. Next, if your Jeep is equipped with a factory transmission cooler (see...
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• Best Transmission Cooler for 2020 Toyota Tundra With 5.7L V8 Engine
  The best transmission cooler for your 2020 Toyota Tundra with a 5.7L V8 engine is the Derale Series 8000 Transmission Cooler # D13502. The reason this is the best cooler is because the Series 8000 is a plate-and-fin cooler, which means it uses smaller plates that cover more area than other coolers in order to agitate transmission fluid in your Toyota. Because you cannot over-cool fluids, the rule of thumb with transmission coolers is that size matters so the large 11" wide x 7-1/4" tall...
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• Recommended Derale Transmission Cooler for 2005 Chevy Venture Towing 1700 lb Tent Trailer
  As a first step, you'll want to consult your owners manual to ensure you're not exceeding the towing or cargo capacity of your van. When choosing a transmission cooler, you'll usually want to choose the largest cooler that will fit in the space available (unless you live in a very cold climate.) The ideal spot to mount a cooler is directly behind the grille, in front of the radiator and a/c condenser. The # D13503 is a bit larger, and if you have the room to accommodate it's 11x8-3/4x7/8...
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• Will Derale Series 8000 Transmission Cooler # D13502 Fit 2005 Honda Pilot for Towing Boat Trailer
  Transmission coolers such as the highly efficient Derale 8000 Series, part # D13502, are not vehicle-specific. You can install as large a cooler as permitted by the available space in front of the air conditioning condenser (this is the preferred mounting location for the cooler). Coolers can be mounted with the inlet and outlet hoses either pointing up, down or to either side, whichever is most convenient for your particular application. This particular Derale cooler measures 11 inches...
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