The sizes can run from
5/16 inch to 5/8 inch
so that DIYer will need to be careful to choose the right size hose.
What size are th400 cooler lines?
they are
3/8 inch
, versus the standard 5/16 inch sizes for most of the rest of em.
Can I use rubber hose for transmission cooling lines?
You can use rubber hose, but
make sure it’s transmission cooler line rated
. The pressure is quite low (12-15 psi). Double clamp it or use FI type clamps instead of the worm-drive style.
What size are 700R4 cooler lines?
Re: Trans cooler line sizes for 700R4
The threads in your radiator are for
5/16 line
. A flex line any bigger is not going to flow any more oil.
What are the size of the transmission lines on a Trailblazer SS?
Registered. The stock hard lines are
3/8′′ OD
.
Can you repair transmission cooler lines?
Like all parts of an engine, transmission cooling
lines can wear out
. If they break or develop a leak, you will lose transmission fluid, leaving your car vulnerable. Thankfully this is a fairly simple fix, and most transmission line repairs cost between $100 and $500 dollars.
How much pressure do transmission cooler lines have?
cooler hose’. Its a bit thicker wall than most oil return hose is. Press. should be
around 30-40 psi
, usually comes offthe lube or convertor fill cicuit.
Can you splice transmission cooler lines?
Yep you
should be OK
, just make sure the clamps are tight and the hose isn’t kinked. FWIW I’m using about 1-2 feet on each of my cooler lines near the transmission linking them to the original metal AOD cooler lines, then have the metal lines linked again with rubber hose at the cooler from the radiator.
Where are transmission cooler lines?
Your transmission cooling lines, often just called the transmission lines, are the lines that
connect your transmission to the radiator in your car
. The hot fluid cools off in the radiator and then heads back to the transmission.
Which line is the return line on a 700R4?
Cooler Lines for the 700R4 and 200R4: On the 700R4 the bottom fitting on the right side of the transmission is the “out” line to the cooler and
the top fitting is for the return line from the cooler
. The cooler instructions say to go through radiator first then to external cooler back to transmission.
How much is a transmission cooler?
You will pay somewhere
between $100 and $450
for a transmission cooler line replacement. The labor should be between $60 and $300, while parts can cost you anywhere from $40-$160.
Do you have to bleed transmission lines?
No need to bleed trans lines
. You usually do not get much trans fluid to leak out when removing lines.
How do you remove a transmission cooler line?
To use the wrench, slide the open end of the wrench over the cooler line, then slide the wrench down the line until it reaches the nut used to secure the line to the transmission. Use the
wrench to loosen the nut located
at the end of each line, then pull the line away from the transmission to remove it.
How long do transmission cooler lines last?
The oil cooler hose is designed to last
for nearly as long as the engine does
. Over time, the heat that this hose is exposed to will usually start to wear it down. Most of the oil cooler hoses on the market are made from both rubber and metal.
When should transmission cooler lines be replaced?
Once it starts releasing a lot of liquid, exudes burnt smell and approaches complete malfunction, it will have already brought substantial damage to the transmission. Thus, once you notice minor issues with the cooler lines, it is best to replace them
right away
.
