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• Installing Derale Transmission Cooler to Replace OEM Cooler on 2007 Nissan Frontier SE
  The Derale transmission coolers we sell are designed more as a supplemental cooler that is meant to augment the factory transmission cooler portion of the radiator, not replace it entirely. If you are experiencing the common problem with the radiator leaking causing the engine coolant contaminating the transmission fluid, your best bet really would be to have the original radiator replaced. I did a Google search using the keywords Nissan Radiator Problem and found that Nissan has extended...
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• Recommended Transmission Cooler For A 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser
  Generally speaking, the best transmission cooler to use would be the largest one you have available space for behind the grill and in front of the radiator. The largest available cooler we have as a confirmed fit for your 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser is the Derale Dyno-Cool Tube-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit part # D12902. This kit comes with everything needed for installation, including instructions which you can also find linked to this answer page. The winter season will not affect performance. This...
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• Is a Transmission Cooler Necessary on a 2011 Honda CR-V
  According to my research, the towing capacity of the 2011 CR-V is 1500 lbs. It appears that at most, you will not exceed 2/3 of this capacity, even when you are towing your heavier trailer. Even though you have plenty of remaining capacity, and even with the OEM cooler (probably incorporated into the radiator), a transmission cooler is really inexpensive insurance for your transmission. A supplemental cooler will do an excellent job of providing extra protection to your transmission,...
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• Recommended Transmission Cooler for 2014 Acura MDX
  It's definitely possible that the transmission cooler similar to the Derale Class I # D12902 you have installed on your 2014 Acura MDX is too small, but the transmission overheating could have been caused by a few other factors as well. I first recommend making sure that the cooler is mounted in a good location that is getting plenty of air flow. The ideal location for mounting a cooler like this is directly behind the grille, in front of the AC condenser core. The outside temperature,...
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• How Does a Transmission Cooler Install on a 2007 Nissan Frontier
  On a transmission cooler like # D12902 or any for a 2007 Nissan Frontier, the new cooler is a supplemental unit. The fluid will flow from the transmission, to the factory cooler in the radiator, out of the radiator, into the new cooler, then back to the transmission. In some cases you can use a cooler to bypass the factory cooler but you would have to block off the factory inlet/outlet cooler ports on the radiator. Also a larger and more efficient cooler should be used. I have included...
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• 2011 FJ Cruiser Transmission Cooler Recommendation
  The length of hose that comes with the Derale transmission coolers like part # D12902 is 10 feet. That is usually adequate for most vehicles, but on a larger SUV like your 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser a long hose like part # D13017 could be needed. In most cases the line needed can be pretty short since typically the fittings and lines that get removed and used are all right near the radiator. Typically you don't need a long section of hose unless you are going from the transmission all the...
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• How Can I Get The Most Payload Capacity Out Of My 2016 Toyota Tacoma?
  You are on the right track with calculating your payload. It sounds like you will be at about 875 lbs including fuel. There is no way to effectively increase your max payload rating. One suggestion I do have would be to install a trailer hitch like our etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98905. The hitch itself weighs only 35 lbs and is rated for up to 6,000 lbs towing. This should allow you to stay just under capacity. We are going to be pushing your truck near capacity, so anything we...
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• Is an Aftermarket Transmission Cooler Recommended for a 2009 Honda Ridgeline with Tow Package
  Vehicles come with some type of transmission cooler from the factory. The tow package on your 2009 Honda Ridgeline may include an upgraded version of the factory transmission cooler. Whether or not an aftermarket transmission cooler is needed depends largely on how much weight you will be towing and how often you plan to tow. Transmission fluid can not be overcooled but in the winter it will need longer to warm up if you add an aftermarket cooler that works in line with your current system. If...
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• Complete Tow Package Recommendation for 2008 Honda Odyssey
  Lets start with a hitch for your 2008 Honda Odyssey. For that the best option is the Draw Tite part # 75270 which is a confirmed fit and has plenty of towing capacity. I attached an install video for this for you to check out as well. For wiring you'd need to start with a 4-way like the # 118438 and then convert it to a 7-way with the # ETBC7 which comes with everything needed to wire in a brake controller as well. Install videos for these two products attached to this page as well. For...
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• Installing Brakes On A Trailer Towed By 2004 Subaru Forester
  I researched the owner's manual for your 2004 Forester and found the chart for towing a trailer. If you have a manual transmission you can tow a trailer with no brakes that weighs 1000-lbs or less. If the trailer has brakes you can tow up to 2400-lbs. If you have an automatic transmission you are limited to 1000-lbs if the trailer has no brakes and 2000-lbs if the trailer has brakes. It may be more cost-effective to find a trailer that already has brakes installed. Adding brakes to...
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• Transmission Line Identification to Install Cooler # D12902 on a 2010 Dodge Caravan
  You will not want to use the lines on the condenser, you will want to find the metal lines that are threaded into the radiator that come from the transmission. Check on the sides of the radiator, usually there will be metal lines that are run to the radiator and attach with hex bolts. Those are the lines you will need. In order to determine which line is bringing fluid to the cooler and which line is return line from the cooler to the transmission you will want to follow these steps: Start...
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• Transmission Cooler Recommendation for a 2006 Pontiac Vibe AWD with a 1.8L Engine
  Transmission coolers are not vehicle specific, however to optimize efficiency you would want to use the largest transmission cooler available, and mount in the optimal place on your vehicle. The most efficient mounting position is considered to be between the grille and the AC condenser core. Considering the space that is available for you to mount a transmission cooler is most likely limited on your 2006 Pontiac Vibe I recommend either the Derale 9000 Plate and Fin Transmission Cooler...
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• Is a Transmission Cooler Needed and Do I Need Additional Fluid
  You are correct on both accounts, a transmission cooler would be recommended for your towing situation, and you would also need to add enough transmission fluid to fill both the new transmission cooler and any lines associated with it. Transmission fluid can not be over cooled, but it is critical in extreme cold conditions to allow the vehicle to warm up before driving. Thank you for supplying information regarding your trailer weight and your vehicle towing capacity please also check...
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• Recommended Transmission Cooler and Brake Controller for a 2008 Dodge Nitro
  A vehicle equipped with a tow/haul button does not necessarily have a factory transmission cooler. The tow/haul button is used to change the shift points of your transmission for optional performance while towing. Almost all vehicles nowadays have an auxiliary transmission cooler of some sort, however, that's not to say that they are designed for towing or will withstand the transmission temperatures associated with this. Therefore, I recommend installing an aftermarket transmission cooler...
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• Recommend Derale Aluminum Tube Fin Transmission Cooler For a Snowmobile
  We do have all aluminum coolers available, they are the 6000 series coolers from Derale. Checkout the Derale Dyno-Cool Tube-Fin, part # D12901, which is an all aluminum cooler. The # D12901 cooler measures 13 inches wide, 5 inches tall, and is 3/4 inches thick. You will need to measure to see if you will have room on your snowmobile to mount the cooler. We do not have an aluminum tube fin cooler as small as the Derale # D13212 cooler that you referenced. For other aluminum coolers in...
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• Recommended Transmission Cooler for 2011 Honda Odyssey Carrying Kayak or Canoe
  For your canoe and kayak, the Inno Locker Watersport Carrier w/ Crossbar Pads - Locking - Clamp On - 1 Boat or 2 Boards # INA446 is my recommendation. In regards to adding a transmission cooler to your 2011 Honda Odyssey it is never a bad idea but it isn't required. Normally a transmission cooler is seen as more of a requirement when towing a trailer, but the idea of adding one especially because you are obviously comfortable doing so is always a benefit. I recommend the Derale Series...
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• Recommendation and Location of Transmission Cooler on 1997 Toyota RAV4
  The transmission cooler kits are designed to be mounted flush against either the radiator or the AC condenser core. For maximum cooling ability, the heat exchanger must receive the most airflow possible. On your 1997 Toyota RAV4 the location with the greatest efficiency is between your vehicles grille and the AC condenser core. The next most efficient location would be between the condenser and the radiator. To determine what kind of transmission cooler you will need depends on how much...
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