Saaber Neutral Newbie November 10, 2002 Share November 10, 2002 Hi, Anybody did aftermarket ATF oil cooler? How much will it cost? ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wymun Neutral Newbie November 10, 2002 Share November 10, 2002 There are two places (I know you can do it): 1) AutoDynamacs (at Ubi Rd) - They installed one nameless aftermarket brand on my B14; 2) CS Racing - They have the more branded Perma-Cool ATF cooler; Mine was installed at the bumper area, just before/slightly below the radiator - so even at standstill, there is some air (though not fantastically alot) being pulled through by the fans. I would dare say that my ATF cooler works pretty well. Even after driving a short while, and when you touch the fins on the cooler, you'll notice that they are actually relatively hot (and dissipating heat)!! Can't imagine what it would have been like without one!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saaber Neutral Newbie November 10, 2002 Author Share November 10, 2002 SO, what is the cost like for installing one? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wymun Neutral Newbie November 10, 2002 Share November 10, 2002 Cost me about S$150 (includes labour) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madarmour Neutral Newbie November 10, 2002 Share November 10, 2002 That's very cheap! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saaber Neutral Newbie November 10, 2002 Author Share November 10, 2002 SO , did you get the perma-cool one or the brandless one? Is the S$150.00 inclusive of parts and labour? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Neutral Newbie November 10, 2002 Share November 10, 2002 Hi Wymun, Could you enlighten me on the advantages in installing the cooler besides prolonging the life of the atf oil. Any performance gain? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saaber Neutral Newbie November 10, 2002 Author Share November 10, 2002 where did you get it done? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wymun Neutral Newbie November 10, 2002 Share November 10, 2002 Mine is the brandless one. For Perma-Cool, I think CS Racing was selling it at $98 (without installation). With installation, it may be the same or slightly cheaper. Personally, I think Perma-Cool's design looks slightly more refined, but in terms of performance, I think either will do.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wymun Neutral Newbie November 10, 2002 Share November 10, 2002 (edited) Did mine at AutoDynamacs. It's about a 1-hr job... Yes, it includes both parts & labour Edited November 10, 2002 by Wymun Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wymun Neutral Newbie November 10, 2002 Share November 10, 2002 I don't think there is any performance gain. Just peace of mind. Do note that it doesn't just prolong the life of your oil, but keeps the tranny running cooler itself - so less wear on tranny in the long-run supposedly... But really, unless you're a high "revver" (i.e. change gear typically >4-5k rpm), then it may not be that critical to install... I did mine simply because I had a friend who busted 2 of his previous B14 trannies before...Yup, whole thing gave way twice, and he had to do major overhaul...So I alluded that the B14 tranny isn't too durable and thought of just having some peace of mind... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esquire Neutral Newbie November 10, 2002 Share November 10, 2002 so basically its just an additional fan blowing at the ATF? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guyver 1st Gear November 10, 2002 Share November 10, 2002 Cost me about S$150 (includes labour) Would be good if u could post some pics here.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wymun Neutral Newbie November 10, 2002 Share November 10, 2002 It's basically a miniature radiator grill. That's all. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wymun Neutral Newbie November 10, 2002 Share November 10, 2002 Here's a picture of the Perma-Cool version: Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edwyn Neutral Newbie November 10, 2002 Share November 10, 2002 $150??? that's a steal! I was quoted above $1k for mine... Thanks, will check out this place for a quote. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wymun Neutral Newbie November 10, 2002 Share November 10, 2002 Note that the S$150 is for the unbranded version. Look for Raymond at AutoDynamac...I can vouch for their workmanship (especially heat-shields - having witnessed all the Hondas they do up)... I'm not sure about the Perma-Cool (check with CS Racing). But really, S$1K!!?? That's a rip-off... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mondeo Neutral Newbie November 10, 2002 Share November 10, 2002 (edited) Give a call to Autofix-Chris. U Saaby may need to take alook the space, since Jap cars are easier than conti cars. After installed, it's better renew & flush the ATF, can consider the ATF of AMSoil. Edited November 10, 2002 by Mondeo ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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