FIRST (well 2nd really...) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION COOLER for E9x (pics & Diagrams)

joro2077 · 04-03-2014, 08:48 PM

updates?

omeezy914 · 04-15-2015, 08:40 PM

bump for updates lol

spxxx · 05-25-2015, 07:34 PM

Bump for updates haha. About to tackle this myself, wondering if a t-stat is necessary with a smaller ATF cooler.

Also, is there any way to log ATF temperature through the DME? Without an aftermarket sensor.

Jeffman · 08-14-2017, 06:56 AM

Bump fir updates. LOL. MHD now reports and logs transmission temps thank goodness!

spxxx · 08-25-2017, 06:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeffman

Bump fir updates. LOL. MHD now reports and logs transmission temps thank goodness!

FWIW I've been running a similar setup (smaller bar & plate core for less pressure drop) without a T-stat as I live in CA for 2 years now and have not had any issues, changed fluid and didn't notice any debris. I think I've put about 30k miles on it with >25 track days.

It's not my DD but I'm sure to warm it up before shifting much when I do drive it

deaner_beamer · 09-07-2017, 02:40 AM

Looks like there will be no updates. I am actually building a set up myself. It is a small core though (gotta start small) however my lines are going from 13Row cooler to -8an lines and hop directly into the connectors for the AT return and feed. Using a 3/4 cap, block the line on the heat exchanger. Then I got Vader Solutions AT adapters and then its done. As for mounting location I was able to build a bracket for driver side wheel well right below the frame. I drilled two holes in 90 degree piece of aluminium and mounted the cooler vertically with lines pointing out at 90 degrees towards outside of the car and behind the cooler. Total cost was 100$ for VS fittings, 4 feet of -8 and braided lines (10$), Cooler 13 Row Setrab ($30), an 90 Degree fittings x2 ($14) and -8an straight line fittings x2 ($14).... At fluid change... I think was like $50. Total is $218. Not bad, could of been better.

N54Society · 09-07-2017, 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by deaner_beamer

Looks like there will be no updates. I am actually building a set up myself. It is a small core though (gotta start small) however my lines are going from 13Row cooler to -8an lines and hop directly into the connectors for the AT return and feed. Using a 3/4 cap, block the line on the heat exchanger. Then I got Vader Solutions AT adapters and then its done. As for mounting location I was able to build a bracket for driver side wheel well right below the frame. I drilled two holes in 90 degree piece of aluminium and mounted the cooler vertically with lines pointing out at 90 degrees towards outside of the car and behind the cooler. Total cost was 100$ for VS fittings, 4 feet of -8 and braided lines (10$), Cooler 13 Row Setrab ($30), an 90 Degree fittings x2 ($14) and -8an straight line fittings x2 ($14).... At fluid change... I think was like $50. Total is $218. Not bad, could of been better.

Skipped the heat exchanger and you live in CO? Ballsy but sounds awesome lol. Got any pics?

jacob.fr7 · 08-15-2018, 11:09 AM

Any updates? I want to do this to my 2011 328i to preserve the life of the transmission, I have the GM tranny. I drive the car hard outside of traffic on the weekends and fear about the tranny temp.

Where are you guys mounting the cooler? I found this cooler on FCP euro's site https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw...551647#fitment

What hoses are needed in addition?

Thanks in advance

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08-14-2017, 06:56 AM	#48
Jeffman Lieutenant 28 Rep 488 Posts Drives: 2008 335xi E90 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Somewhere in America iTrader: (1) Garage List 2008 335xi Sedan [0.00]	Bump fir updates. LOL. MHD now reports and logs transmission temps thank goodness!
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deaner_beamer Registered 3 Rep 2 Posts Drives: BMW 335XI Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Colorado Springs, CO iTrader: (0)	Looks like there will be no updates. I am actually building a set up myself. It is a small core though (gotta start small) however my lines are going from 13Row cooler to -8an lines and hop directly into the connectors for the AT return and feed. Using a 3/4 cap, block the line on the heat exchanger. Then I got Vader Solutions AT adapters and then its done. As for mounting location I was able to build a bracket for driver side wheel well right below the frame. I drilled two holes in 90 degree piece of aluminium and mounted the cooler vertically with lines pointing out at 90 degrees towards outside of the car and behind the cooler. Total cost was 100$ for VS fittings, 4 feet of -8 and braided lines (10$), Cooler 13 Row Setrab ($30), an 90 Degree fittings x2 ($14) and -8an straight line fittings x2 ($14).... At fluid change... I think was like $50. Total is $218. Not bad, could of been better. Last edited by deaner_beamer; 09-07-2017 at 02:45 AM..
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jacob.fr7 Enlisted Member 3 Rep 32 Posts Drives: E90 325i / E92 335i Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Seattle iTrader: (0)	Any updates? I want to do this to my 2011 328i to preserve the life of the transmission, I have the GM tranny. I drive the car hard outside of traffic on the weekends and fear about the tranny temp. Where are you guys mounting the cooler? I found this cooler on FCP euro's site https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw...551647#fitment What hoses are needed in addition? Thanks in advance
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