Auto trans oil cooler

[Explorer453 Lurker Find all posts View Profile Close Explorer453]

While I know the official Toyota line is that you don't need to fit one because the auto trans is h/duty etc., I have been told differently by ex Toyota mechanics. We will be towing an off road van(1.8T) early next year up through NT and WA(Kimberleys), so I was wondering if anyone had fitted one, and could recommend a particular brand or size, especially inlet & outlet sizes. I have been advised that it should be mounted vertically, but not sure why?

Any advice would be appreciated.

Regards

Dave

PS: As a new Prado owner, found this site by accident, but think it's great!

[MDS69 Advanced Member Find all posts View Profile Close MDS69]

Re: Auto trans oil cooler

The current 120 has one so maybe look at going down that path and see how they are installed.

[Daz Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close Daz]

Re: Auto trans oil cooler

Hi explorer

You will find some info already posted on this subject. Not all 120 series have them. Mine didnt.

This includes my installation, showing port connections etc.
http://www.pradopoint.com/viewtopic.php?f=10&t=3776

http://www.pradopoint.com/viewtopic.php?f=10&t=6212

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Re: Auto trans oil cooler

Thanks guys for the replies. Will follow up and check previous Pradopint posts as suggested. Forgot to mention, Prado is 2005 TD auto and fairly standard at present...but not for long I hope!

Dave