Do I need a transmission cooler?

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BRG25

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I'm buying a new (to me truck) to tow my boat. 2001 Chevy Silverado with a 4.8L V8.<br />My boat is a 19' Stingray I/O which specs at 2600 lbs. Add trailer, gas, etc. I'm thinking maybe 4000 lbs? My current truck is a V6 with a transmission cooler and it has held up pretty well. Think I should get a cooler on my new truck? Thanks...<br /><br />Brian<br /><br />
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Re: Do I need a transmission cooler?

Hi, BRG.<br /><br />Get the whole towing package on the new truck, and be sure it is tow-rated for at least 5,000lb.<br /><br />Good luck. :)
 
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Re: Do I need a transmission cooler?

You'll definately need a cooler.
 
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Re: Do I need a transmission cooler?

A transmission cooler costs way less than a burnt tranny. Even a dirty clogged cooler is bad news as well. I had one that the one end of it had lots of debris covering it. It then overheated the trans because it wasn't cooling the fluid. I had to have the boat and vehicle towed. :( <br /><br />So if your towing, a cooler is a good thing to have, and always check to make sure it has a good airflow over it.
 
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