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Old 06-04-2023, 09:11 AM   #57 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Thielsenmadam View Post
I came across this site because I’m researching ways to modify my pick up ......
There are three links in my signature to projects on my S10 pickup truck, maybe they will help. They were done more for stability and safety than increase in MPG, and none of it concerned longevity although the truck still runs and is on the road 25 years after it was built.

In my opinion, be it manual or automatic transmission they might fail in half the time of the engine unless an aggressive maintenance schedule above and beyond what the manufacture recommends is implemented.

Do you tow?

Double the transmission fluid change interval yet again from the above mentioned.

You might end up changing the transmission fluid near as often as the engine oil, but if that's what it takes, then that's what it takes.

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Maybe adding a transmission cooler?

https://www.drawtite-hitches.com/lea...ion-cooler-faq
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Why You Need An Automatic Transmission Cooler

9 out of 10 transmission failures are caused by overheating.

Automatic transmission coolers can increase transmission life by decreasing transmission oil temperature.

Every 20 degree drop in temperature doubles transmission oil life.

The engines in today's cars have been downsized for economy's sake and must work harder than before. An automatic transmission cooler can help get rid of the extra heat generated.
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