Thread: Trans Cooler in front of AC Condenser

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I am trying to figure out the best way to mount a trans cooler in the limited space I have at the front of my 53 Stude. I do have a location that fits that would cover a portion (20-25%) of my AC Condenser. The majority of the condenser is covered by a pusher fan that is controlled by a trinary switch using AC system pressure. Behind the condenser of course is the radiator with a puller fan that is controlled by engine temperature. So air would be pulled through the trans cooler, then the condenser and finally the radiator. I have had no problem keeping the engine cool. I did have one of those heat sink type trans coolers mounted under the car on my frame, but there have been instances, especially pulling long hills, when the trans (4L60E) has overheated. I know this because I lose my overdrive, but once everything cools down it works again. So far it has not fried the trans, fluid is still good, but I am taking it as a warning that I need better cooling. Bottom line question, will the trans cooler block too much air for the condenser or radiator to function as needed?

thanks

Pat

Is the cooler that you have mounted on the frame near exhaust pipe? If so try to relocate the cooler. Maybe an air duct to direct cooler air. Air flow is the key. I run a heat sink type on my 40 chevy (400cu 700r4) on the frame and have no problems cooling the tranny.

Since you have a puller fan, I'm guessing that the pusher fan is doing very little except for blocking airflow into the radiator. I never thought much of pusher fans unless there was no other option.

Bear in mind that modern cars all have the trans cooler, the radiator and the condenser stacked up in front. That should work for you also. I'd try removing the pusher fan before trying anything else.