Derale 8000 Series Transmission Cooler Part # D13501 for 2008 Nissan Altima
Updated 06/15/2010 | Published 06/13/2010
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I own an 08 Nissan Altima, SL, 4 cylinder. I have a trailer approx. 200 lbs. that I am loading my 850 lb. Honda Goldwing on and pulling throughout Pennsylvania hills and mountains. I have been told that this vehicle is rated at a 2000 lb. pulling capacity. That should give me plenty of wiggle room on misc. things I want to put on the trailer with my bike. Is there anything else I should be aware of?
asked by: Steve
Expert Reply:
The hitch itself will provide no problems. It will pull up to 2000 lbs all day long with no issue. Since you are going to be traveling in a hilly area, I would strongly suggest installing a transmission cooler to protect your transmission.
The Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler, part # D13501 would be a great choice. The cooler is cheap insurance for your transmission.
The installation is fairly straightforward, we have an installation video showing a similar cooler being installed on a Honda CR-V. I will provide a link to the video below.
You will also need a trailer connector to provide lighting for your trailer. If your Altima is the coupe, you will need part # 56022, if your Altima is a sedan, use part # 118470.
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
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