Oil Cooler for 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe with 5.3L Engine
Updated 09/02/2014 | Published 08/30/2014
Question:
I emailed awhile back to request info about oil coolers and I cannot find it. I have a 2002 chevy Tahoe with a 5.3 flex fuel. I am towing a 4500 lb travel trailer and I want to add an oil cooler to my vehicle . Which oil cooler would be the best option for me? Thanks
asked by: Harry R
Expert Reply:
Most transmission and oil coolers are not vehicle-specific (apart from the few pan types that are vehicle-specific), nor are they fluid-specific. So you can install as large a cooler as you have space for it and use it for either oil or transmission fluid. You cannot over cool transmission fluid so the largest most-efficient one that will fit is the way to go.
The two linked articles will give you plenty of background on the types offered and installation guidance as well. I suggest the efficient Class IV Derale # D13504 that you referenced. Along with this you will need the Derale Snap-In Radiator Adapter Fitting # D13035. A representative install video is linked for you along with several helpful articles.
