4L80E Cooler Lines
Confirmed that the radiator is leaking due to a crack in the plastic tank on the drivers side. New radiator ordered, and looking at what else I should replace as part of the job. The engine oil cool...
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GeoBoy wrote:
BurbMan, I just installed a large transmission cooler this summer and I took a die grinder with a abrasive wheel and cut the crimps and removed the hose. the metal fittings have a barb and you can get new rubber line, 5/16, and use hose clamps to secure. Put 7500 miles on and no leaks.
Good luck.
I did the same thing to mine last year. I would feel much better with an adapter (are any made?) to connect some braided hose . If one of the rubber hoses fail you are stranded and will probably need a new trans.
