|
|
|
|
 Radiator Question
#630812
07/28/05 03:56 AM
|
Joined: Mar 2005
Posts: 381
OP
Mudrunner
|
I was looking at the three core rad. from Radiator Barn for the Gen I monty. It's a three core and is for the auto. They say it's for both auto and five spd and what I'm wondering is. Would it be a good idea to use the trans cooler part of the rad. as a oil cooler? I have a 5 spd so no need for the trans cooler portion of the rad but that is all they have available...so my thoughts were to use the trans cooler as an oil cooler...Any suggestions?
02 Ford F-250 4X4 PSD...zero body damage
67 Weimann 18' Jet boat...zero body damage except for the trailer drags on the ground from time to time
|
|
 Re: Radiator Question
[Re: Roll_me_over]
#630813
07/28/05 05:33 AM
|
Joined: Jan 2000
Posts: 16,227
Web Wheeler
|
Just be sure to check that the overall measurements & the locations of the coolant/tranny inlets & outlets are the same or you may have an unwanted adventure findng a hose that will work.
|
|
|
Re: Radiator Question
[Re: off-roader]
#630814
07/28/05 05:35 AM
|
Joined: Oct 2004
Posts: 6,332
Trail Leader
|
Um, mine already has an oil cooler. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" /> Clay
1990 Montero RS (In pieces... for now)
KG6VNX
|
|
|
Re: Radiator Question
[Re: 52degrees]
#630815
07/28/05 05:46 AM
|
Joined: Jan 2000
Posts: 16,227
Web Wheeler
|
Um, mine already has an oil cooler. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" /> Clay...I think most Gen I v6's came with a stock oil cooler (all that I've seen anyway) but I'm not sure about the 2.6's
|
|
|
Re: Radiator Question
[Re: off-roader]
#630816
07/28/05 06:17 AM
|
Joined: Oct 2002
Posts: 1,484
Body Damage is Cool
|
Why don't you just put a Starion oil cooler on your 2.6
Use the trans cooler part of the radiator to make a hot shower.
Well on my way to becoming that eccentric old man in every town.(crazy as a s#@thouse rat) With a yard full of desireable old vehicles that tells you, Sorry they're not for sale..... Someday I'm going to fix them.
|
|
|
Re: Radiator Question
[Re: highmtndesert]
#630817
07/28/05 06:29 AM
|
Joined: Jun 2002
Posts: 6,211
Trail Leader
|
DO NOT try to use the transmission cooler part of the radiator as an engine oil cooler! There's a lot more pressure in the oil system, especially at start up than there is in the transmission of an automatic in the cooling loop. Think about how we have braided steel lines made up for oil coolers, and then look at the lines that connect an automatic transmission oil cooler with just rubber hose and simple clamps. If that pressure breaks the inside part of your automatic transmission cooler that is in the radiator - look out. That's the sense I make of it.
John B.
'87 Raider 2.6 Turbo Auto, Under Construction
'95 Montero SR, 35x12.5/15 BFG M/T KM-2's, Rock sliders, Qtr panel chop, gas tank lift, 2" BL, Aisins, 5.29s
'95 Pajero Mini
'98 Montero Winter Ed.
'04 Cadillac XLR
'03 Kawasaki ZRX1200R
'60 Ford Falcon 4Dr
|
|
|
Re: Radiator Question
[Re: off-roader]
#630818
07/28/05 08:04 AM
|
Joined: Jan 2000
Posts: 7,309
Trail Leader
|
My 3.0V6 5 speed didn't have an oil cooler.
|
|
|
Re: Radiator Question
[Re: highmtndesert]
#630819
07/28/05 09:13 AM
|
Joined: Jan 2000
Posts: 758
Rock Warrior
|
here are some of my pictures from dropping in the starion oil cooler. I have no idea if it even works or does anything. Starion Oil Cooler Pics (folder) Why don't you just put a Starion oil cooler on your 2.6
Use the trans cooler part of the radiator to make a hot shower. woah! what a cool idea!!!! does that really work? would you have to circulate the water through it a few times to get it up to temperature?
Last edited by DanWheeler; 07/28/05 09:14 AM.
1986 Montero 2.6l
31X10.5 BFG MT - Weber carb with custom intake
Rear LSD - RCI seats - Oil cooler - Manual hubs
Custom bumpers front and rear + rock sliders
|
|
 Re: Radiator Question
[Re: DanWheeler]
#630820
07/28/05 03:22 PM
|
Joined: Dec 2000
Posts: 6,896
Trail Leader
|
Some of the 2 door v6s didnt have oil coolers. My raider did not. I added one out of a junk yard. It bolts right up.
|
|
|
Re: Radiator Question
[Re: JohnnyBfromPeoria]
#630821
07/28/05 03:28 PM
|
Joined: Jun 2004
Posts: 1,904
Body Damage is Cool
|
DO NOT try to use the transmission cooler part of the radiator as an engine oil cooler! There's a lot more pressure in the oil system, especially at start up than there is in the transmission of an automatic in the cooling loop. Think about how we have braided steel lines made up for oil coolers, and then look at the lines that connect an automatic transmission oil cooler with just rubber hose and simple clamps. If that pressure breaks the inside part of your automatic transmission cooler that is in the radiator - look out. That's the sense I make of it.
John B.
I agree w/ JB 100%
|
|
|
|
|
|
