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Author:  Turbogt [ Mon Apr 11, 2011 8:23 am ]
Post subject:  Transmission cooler fan
I have an aftermarket transmission cooler on my car. It doesn't get airflow in its current location. I have been thinking of adding a fan to the cooler, does anyone know if this will be too much of a draw on the car?
Author:  uweenukr [ Mon Apr 11, 2011 8:45 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Transmission cooler fan
I doubt it. Fans only draw a few amps. If you have a working alternator it will be fine. I run an 800w Amp/Speakers every where I go :P

EDIT: Put it on a switch or something maybe
Author:  dan [ Mon Apr 11, 2011 6:14 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Transmission cooler fan
Depends completely on the fan you pick; you can always limit it with a few ohm resistor if needed... My radiator cooling fan draws about 20 amps and it's pretty obvious when it kicks on.

I'm putting in a trans cooler and fan in the next few weeks, I'll let you know what end up running.
Author:  Coltsfan [ Mon Apr 11, 2011 8:33 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Transmission cooler fan
I don't think a computer fan would draw too much power, but I don't know how long it would hold up to weather.

Are you running a cooler in the radiator tank too? It would probably run cool enough just to run through the external cooler, then the internal one after it without an extra fan.
Author:  Turbogt [ Mon Apr 11, 2011 8:43 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Transmission cooler fan
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I don't think a computer fan would draw too much power, but I don't know how long it would hold up to weather.

Are you running a cooler in the radiator tank too? It would probably run cool enough just to run through the external cooler, then the internal one after it without an extra fan.


Its an auto, has an aftermarket afco radiator.
Author:  Coltsfan [ Mon Apr 11, 2011 9:16 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Transmission cooler fan
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I don't think a computer fan would draw too much power, but I don't know how long it would hold up to weather.

Are you running a cooler in the radiator tank too? It would probably run cool enough just to run through the external cooler, then the internal one after it without an extra fan.


Its an auto, has an aftermarket afco radiator.
I figured it was an automatic when I read transmission cooler in the thread title.

Does your aftermarket Afco radiator have an internal transmission cooler? The liquid to liquid coolers are very effective. Especially if you precool with an external cooler.
Author:  HighPSI TSi Guy [ Sun Apr 17, 2011 10:22 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Transmission cooler fan
they make fans specifically for this. Run it on the back side of the cooler for best efficiency. Josh never had much issues, but he kept eyes on the temp gauge at all times. Look into a mr. gasket fan that is a size that will fit behind the cooler.
Author:  CSM Shaun [ Mon Apr 18, 2011 9:35 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Transmission cooler fan
Here are the Mr. Gasket fans previously mentioned: http://www.jegs.com/p/Mr-Gasket/Mr-Gask ... 3/10002/-1

Here are some more affordable options:http://www.jegs.com/p/JEGS-Performance- ... 3/10002/-1
Author:  Turbogt [ Mon Apr 18, 2011 9:43 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Transmission cooler fan
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Here are the Mr. Gasket fans previously mentioned: http://www.jegs.com/p/Mr-Gasket/Mr-Gask ... 3/10002/-1

Here are some more affordable options:http://www.jegs.com/p/JEGS-Performance- ... 3/10002/-1

Thank you.


Going to order one this week once I get the dimension I need.
Author:  Turbogt [ Mon Apr 18, 2011 9:44 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Transmission cooler fan
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they make fans specifically for this. Run it on the back side of the cooler for best efficiency. Josh never had much issues, but he kept eyes on the temp gauge at all times. Look into a mr. gasket fan that is a size that will fit behind the cooler.

I need a new trans gauge, it crapped out. But that cooler gets pretty hot if the turn signal is left in place, Stays ice cold with it out though!
Author:  CSM Shaun [ Mon Apr 18, 2011 9:45 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Transmission cooler fan
Modify the turn signal. Make it a sweet funnel for air.
Author:  Turbogt [ Mon Apr 18, 2011 9:47 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Transmission cooler fan
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Modify the turn signal. Make it a sweet funnel for air.

I still need a turn signal, I drive the car as much as I can on the street. I was thinking of something right under the turn signal as you cant really see under the bumper.
Author:  HighPSI TSi Guy [ Tue Apr 19, 2011 5:50 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Transmission cooler fan
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Modify the turn signal. Make it a sweet funnel for air.

I still need a turn signal, I drive the car as much as I can on the street. I was thinking of something right under the turn signal as you cant really see under the bumper.
Yeah josh never had the turn signal in. I'd get the Mr. Gasket fan. They flow the most. The Jegs, etc, other brands, don't even come close to the flow of the Mr. Gasket ones. Just make sure you use thick gauge wire to power it, it's going to run a lot.
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