Automatic Transmission Cooler and Fittings for a 2006 Ford F-150

Updated 05/30/2017 | Published 05/26/2017

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Question:

I have been looking into upgrading my tranny cooler for a 2006 f 150, to a plate cooler. My confusion is what size fittings, in what application would a 10an fitting be necessary vs a 6an?

asked by: Sean N

Expert Reply:

For transmission cooler fittings the 6 or 10AN you see listed on coolers such as # D52506 does not make a whole lot of difference because you would want to look at complete cooler kits rather than just a replacement core. The fittings included with the cooler are already a match for it and for the hose that comes with the kits.

I recommend cooler kit # D13504. It comes with a large plate-fin cooler, the means to mount it, some hose, and hose clamps. In order to install the cooler without having to cut and flare lines you can use fitting # D13024 for 1/2 inch transmission fitting inlets or # D13025 for 5/8. The best way to tell which size you have is to take one out of the radiator (if the factory cooler is built into the radiator) and measure it.

expert reply by: Michael H