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hoop said:
My transmission got real hot during a trail run. Had to turn the engine off and let it cool for awhile before continuing on.

Afterwards, did a little research and figured a transmission cooler wouldn't hurt to add. So today, I got a Flexalite transmission cooler placed on the rig. Not sure what to expect, but feel better with it. Time will tell. Anyone have any experience with these?

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Very cool! The newer JK's (12+) come with coolers from the factory. I know it will alleviate the "hot oil" you would see without one. Good investment.
 
Stopped by ORE today and had some c-gussets burned on. A little reinforcement while my axle fund grows.

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catahoula said:
Looks nice. Any info on that? I was in the mountains a while back and had the same thing happen.
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I was told it will definitely help with keeping the tranny cooler. The company said by 20 degrees. Not sure about that but I will keep an eye on it. There's quite a few to choose from. I'm sure they are generally all in the same ballpark unless you get some high end cooler.
 
hoop said:
I was told it will definitely help with keeping the tranny cooler. The company said by 20 degrees. Not sure about that but I will keep an eye on it. There's quite a few to choose from. I'm sure they are generally all in the same ballpark unless you get some high end cooler.
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How easy was the install? Easy Peasy? Did that kit have everything you need? Hoses, clamps, etc. I found same one on Quadratec thinking about getting it. Might be great for members with larger tires as well.
 
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Just put on the new SpiderWebShades. So far so good. We'll see how good they are when it gets hot!

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K.D.C.H said:
Looks good buddy. Hope you and the family are good. Hope to get out in the trail again with you soon.
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Thank you sir! Same here. I saw the video and was wondering how you were doing! Your rig is out of control! Great job.
 
hoop said:
Thank you sir! Same here. I saw the video and was wondering how you were doing! Your rig is out of control! Great job.
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Thanks buddy, it's going to get even better after riding in a buddy's witty coil overs and 40's :D
 
Put some new to me headlights on thanks to KDCH. Looks damn new! Just ordered 4:88 gears, ARB on board air, HD ball joints, Rancho Steering Stabilizer, and some sleeves. Should have everything done in next couple weeks. Still searching for a good, compact CB to get. Any opinions based on actual use is welcomed.
 
hoop said:
Put some new to me headlights on thanks to KDCH. Looks damn new! Just ordered 4:88 gears, ARB on board air, HD ball joints, Rancho Steering Stabilizer, and some sleeves. Should have everything done in next couple weeks. Still searching for a good, compact CB to get. Any opinions based on actual use is welcomed.
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I've got a Cobra 19 collecting dust. Look it up, let me know if you need it.
 
After the newbie run, I noticed a few dings on the cooler, so I added a guard.

No guard

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With guard - and a recently bed lined grill...

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