Thread: Caravan advice needed, 16' van Ford Falcon towing

Originally Posted by DEFENDERZOOK

the falcon wont have any problems at all.......


if the auto hasnt been serviced.....give it a quick oil change before you go.......and make sure the correct oil is used.....
i dont think they use standard dexron III......

and fit an oil cooler.......the boxes on the falcons do get hot...and this is what leads to an early death.......keep them cool and they should last almost forever.....

Change the oil and the strainer. I know the owners hand book says you never have to but this is complete marketing BS. It usea a funny expensive Ford spec. oil. Bastard.

You need a substantial oil radiator for the trans fitted before the radiator trans oil cooler, and one for the engine oil. You should also fit a transmission oil filter. The remote filter from a Chrysler Slant Six is good.

This electronic auto is good whilst it is going but have a lazy $3,000-$4,000 handy if it poops itself, and it will if you tow heavy and hot with it. Get those coolers and filter.