Transmission and Power Steering Cooler Recommendation for 2001 Acura MDX

Updated 03/13/2017 | Published 03/11/2017

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Derale Dyno-Cool Remote Cooler with Fan and AN Inlets - Class IV

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$224.97

Derale 4-Pass Tube-Fin Power Steering Cooler - 8-1/8" Wide

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$53.75

Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit w/Barb Inlets - Class III - Efficient

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$96.46

Question:

i have a 2001 mdx acura, 65,000 mi on it ,going to start a journey to go across the u.s.i live ft.lauderdale fl to calf. im going to tow 3500lb trailer what is the best transmission and powersteering available that fits my suv. is a transmission cooler with a fan attached the best way to go like D12733 for heavy traffic if so does this one fit my suv.

asked by: David

Helpful Expert Reply:

When picking out a transmission and/or power steering cooler you want to basically go with the largest one that will fit in front of the radiator. A remote cooler with a fan is typically only needed on vehicles that don't have an area in front of the radiator that will allow a cooler to fit. For your 2001 Acura MDX this would work, but it may not be totally necessary.

The # D13503 that we previously spoke about would be more than adequate as has proven to work well on even larger vehicles that yours.

Power steering coolers don't really require as much size since they don't create as much heat. For that the part # D13212 would be a great option.

expert reply by: Jameson C