Oil coolers

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  1. Racer_X

    Racer_X Maverick Hugger

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    whats the difference between and engine oil cooler and a tranny oil cooler?
     
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    Nothing, if you mean the aftermarket ones. I have seen the same part sold as both.
     
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    what about tha B&M brand?
     
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    I'd think you would have no problems running that as an oil cooler.
     
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    I use there biggest super cooler as my trans cooler. It works really well. The trans temp never goes over 165.
     
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    so i can use one for the engine and the other for tha tranny:idea:
     
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    Yes. Just try not to block your radiator too much or you might cancel out the benefits.
     
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    Curious,,, Why do you want to run engine oil cooler?
     
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