I am after a 2nd transmission cooler for my D2. There are lots of threads around about doing this
Every one here says not to use push on hose with a hose clamp.
I am looking at one of these Universal Dual Cooler Kit 3/8" (9.5mm Barb) | Wholesale Automatic Transmissions which I think is a good unit.
It is made here in oz and going by the company spiel, it is a premium product.
Now this one, like most, has push on fittings with hose clamp.
I rang the company and they said it should be fine.
So if these fittings fail, do they leak or blow off? I have a Simpson desert trip planned for August, so what ever I do, there will be plenty of time to test for reliability.
They also reckon that this cooler is so good that I probably should just use it and delete the factory original, something I don't think I will do.
I am so confused here.
I am going to have my factory cooler ends changed to threaded ends to remove the possibility of hoses blowing off.
So what do I do?
Cost for this project is not an issue as I am building this car for out back trips, so want is to be as reliable as possible.
Dave.
I was asked " Is it ignorance or apathy?" I replied "I don't know and I don't care."
1983 RR gone (wish I kept it)
1996 TDI ES.
2003 TD5 HSE
1987 Isuzu County
I would expect that fitting to blow apart.You need proper multibarb pressure fittings, not that type. It might be fine for Toyotas etc, but not the ZF in the Disco2. I wouldn’t have faith in that one, especially in the Simpson Desert.
See the multibarb in this post - NOT the first picture but in the 2nd picture and circled in red.
Discovery 2 TD5 Auto - Possible Transmission issue
Cheers
Slunnie
~ Discovery II Td5 ~ Discovery 3dr V8 ~ Series IIa 6cyl ute ~ Series II V8 ute ~
JayTee
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2000 D2 TD5 Auto: Tins
1994 D1 300TDi Manual: Dave
1980 SIII Petrol Tray: Doris
OKApotamus #74
Nanocom, D2 TD5 only.
Have to say too, judging by the pics I'm not impressed with the hose clamps Rod is supplying with that kit, Dave. Of course, they nay be better in the metal, but I've often seen clamps that look like that cutting into a hot hose.
JayTee
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Getting involved in discussions is the best way to learn.
2000 D2 TD5 Auto: Tins
1994 D1 300TDi Manual: Dave
1980 SIII Petrol Tray: Doris
OKApotamus #74
Nanocom, D2 TD5 only.
my 2 cents...
If using barbed type fittings they need to be the "Push Lok" type and compatible hose (rated for 300-400psi and 150C) also you would want to use 1/2" hose and fittings, definitely do want any restrictions in the oil flow. I would think using the AN type fittings and hose would be better and simpler as carrying some spare hose and fittings you can do roadside repairs if needed.
cheers
Redd
JayTee
Nullus Anxietus
Getting involved in discussions is the best way to learn.
2000 D2 TD5 Auto: Tins
1994 D1 300TDi Manual: Dave
1980 SIII Petrol Tray: Doris
OKApotamus #74
Nanocom, D2 TD5 only.
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