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kris9128

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v6 auto box cooling
« on: 03 February 2008, 13:40:27 »

hi there. was planning on doing a bit of towing this summer, but a family friend has just told me that i will have to fit a auto box cooler. what is this, is it expensive to fit and do i really need one to tow my caravan. please help.
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Re: v6 auto box cooling
« Reply #1 on: 03 February 2008, 13:56:33 »

You do not need to worry as a cooler for the auto box is already present.  It is, I think, combined with the radiator, although others will be able to confirm this I am sure.
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Re: v6 auto box cooling
« Reply #2 on: 03 February 2008, 14:05:17 »

yep no need to worry.... its already fitted!
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Re: v6 auto box cooling
« Reply #3 on: 03 February 2008, 14:49:37 »

Been towing for the last 6 years with a 2.5 Omega .. no additional cooling and it tows like a dream.  Taken it to France every year as well as 30 odd UK trips a year. There is absolutely NO problem towing with an Omega V6  :)
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Re: v6 auto box cooling
« Reply #4 on: 03 February 2008, 17:56:16 »

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hi there. was planning on doing a bit of towing this summer, but a family friend has just told me that i will have to fit a auto box cooler. what is this, is it expensive to fit and do i really need one to tow my caravan. please help.
Auto cooler already fitted, atf cooled cold side of rad.
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Re: v6 auto box cooling
« Reply #5 on: 03 February 2008, 18:11:21 »

Only thing to add is that if you are slogging uphill with a heavy van on the one hot day in the year with a/c on max then you might see the engine temp near the red, if so just turn off a/c till you clear the hill and temp will drop back to normal.
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Re: v6 auto box cooling
« Reply #6 on: 03 February 2008, 18:12:46 »

thanks to all. really put my mind at ease. was expecting an expensive trip to the garage.
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