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Hi, I might have asked this before however I'm not getting many answers about changing the transmission cooler in order for it not to fail causing the FG milkshake effect and costing thousands in damage, has the problem beign fixed on 2012  FG MKII or should I spend $600-$700 wasting my money on something that isn't an issue anymore. Of course the transmission mechanics say yes better upgrade for the peace of mind, what should I do.

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No it was never fixed.

 

The only 100% sure way is to avoid any sort of heat exchanger system (engine coolant and gearbox oil pass through the same block - which rusts out if you are unlucky).

 

This means going to an air cooler (radiator) with a fan mounted on it.

 

Personally I use the PWR heat exchanger to keep it as factory as possible - but have heard these can degrade too if you have a bad earth problem on the car so they aren't foolproof. :(

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You started a very similar topic the other day which has been replied to. Might be an idea to check there first before starting a new topic.

 

http://www.fordxr6turbo.com/forum/topic/92272-transmission-cooler/#comment-1606255

 

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External air to oil cooler is the go. Some use fans some don't. If you're going to do track days you'll need a fan but otherwise no. 

I'm picking mine up this week and I've been spying setups on here and @JETURBO has a proven setup that I'll be trying to replicate. 

My kit is costing me $150 not including fluid. 

 

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2 hours ago, RHR said:

 

You started a very similar topic the other day which has been replied to. Might be an idea to check there first before starting a new topic.

 

http://www.fordxr6turbo.com/forum/topic/92272-transmission-cooler/#comment-1606255

 

Hi Robbo :wavey:

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