Best Transmission Cooler Recommendation for 2018 GMC Sierra 1500

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Towing 7,500lb travel trailer with ~850lb tongue weight. Using equalizer 4pt WDH and ordered SumoSprings. Looking at transmission cooling and there are several price points/options and Im not sure what one is best for my application. Thanks!

asked by: Darold A

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For your 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 the Derale transmission cooler part # D13504 is a great option. It's a very efficient cooler that is priced well too. It's a larger cooler than most which makes it a great choice for trucks like yours that are towing.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Hi Bill, if you are looking for the most cooling between those two, I would go with the Derale part #D13504. Even though the part #D13105 has a larger face area, the D13504 is a plate and fin style cooler, and that design is generally more efficient…

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Answer 9

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