ratter Member 6,793 Member For: 18y 8m 27d Gender: Male Location: @ my laptop Posted 31/12/11 06:26 AM Share Posted 31/12/11 06:26 AM possibly they all supercede to the same number now? just going by what the dealer told us a few months back Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dillz Three pedals are better then two.. Donating Members 15,637 Member For: 17y 8m 28d Gender: Male Location: Melbourne Posted 31/12/11 06:31 AM Share Posted 31/12/11 06:31 AM They are meant to be bigger for towing and that, could it be possible that they have the same part number but different reference number? Like one for the falcon and one for the terri?It's irrelevant anyway as it won't solve the problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xpl0sive Member 421 Member For: 16y 1m 2d Gender: Male Location: Melbourne Posted 31/12/11 06:32 AM Author Share Posted 31/12/11 06:32 AM I think it was the R-Spec that had a slightly bigger one, but as dillz said it makes no difference, as they corrode or crack inside causing the coolant and oil to mix.It's a shame, coz it's such a good box, but is let down by a poorly made heat exchanger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bossmang FREAKY Donating Members 12,435 Member For: 15y 1m 29d Gender: Male Location: Melbourne Posted 31/12/11 07:34 AM Share Posted 31/12/11 07:34 AM its just another product ford fail to treat properly that ends in rust.they continue to cut corners and in the end it just comes back and bites them in the ass. and prob costs them more money in the end anyways. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xpl0sive Member 421 Member For: 16y 1m 2d Gender: Male Location: Melbourne Posted 13/02/12 03:01 AM Author Share Posted 13/02/12 03:01 AM just thought I'd update this thread incase anyone was interested.A fluid flush and filter change was done in an attempt to resolve the problem but no good unfortunately. After having the internals inspected, it turns out the trans needs a full rebuild pretty much. The trans shop is also looking into an aftermarket air cooler kit for me in order to bypass the heat exchanger to avoid having this problem again. A simple failure has ended up costing me thousands, so I strongly advise those with ZF-equipped cars that are no longer under warranty to either replace your heat exchanger and coolant, or bypass the thing altogether and run an air-to-air trans cooler kit if possible, otherwise you could end up with a hefty bill like me.Unfortunately this sh*t happened at a terrible time, when I'm in the market for a house, so not really in a position to spend big bucks on the car but I have no choice as I need the car on the road as it's my only car at the moment. What can you do, sh*t happens I guess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dillz Three pedals are better then two.. Donating Members 15,637 Member For: 17y 8m 28d Gender: Male Location: Melbourne Posted 13/02/12 03:32 AM Share Posted 13/02/12 03:32 AM Jeez that sucks mate, but a good warning to all ZF owners, it can happen to anyone at any time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Here since the start... Lifetime Members 10,282 Member For: 21y 9m 28d Gender: Male Location: Victoria Posted 13/02/12 04:58 AM Share Posted 13/02/12 04:58 AM Yep. Just like every other thing that can go wrong with a car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dillz Three pedals are better then two.. Donating Members 15,637 Member For: 17y 8m 28d Gender: Male Location: Melbourne Posted 13/02/12 05:13 AM Share Posted 13/02/12 05:13 AM My it can't happen to me anymore.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1600dave Donating Members 872 Member For: 14y 1m 13d Posted 13/02/12 05:15 AM Share Posted 13/02/12 05:15 AM Just going a std rebuild, or strengthening it up at the same time? And if you don't mind me asking, whats a rebuild worth drive in drive out including new cooler setup etc? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xpl0sive Member 421 Member For: 16y 1m 2d Gender: Male Location: Melbourne Posted 13/02/12 05:47 AM Author Share Posted 13/02/12 05:47 AM Hey mate,Just going standard rebuild as the job is expensive enough as it is. Full rebuild is around 4-4.5k using brand new genuine ZF parts. I would imagine the price would go up from there if I wanted a stronger box. Cost of transcooler kit is unknown at this stage, the trans builder is looking into it for me and will get back to me on price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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