Recommended Transmission Cooler For 3/8 Inch Hoses on 2002 Ford Excursion 6.8L

Question:

Greetings. The trans cooler fittings in my 2002 excursion 6.8 have broke off. The current cooler is mounted between my two larger heat exchangers. I currently have two 3/8 ID hoses running to this area for the current cooler. Which cooler would you guys recommend? Are they an easy bolt in operation? Or is additional mounting required? Thanks

asked by: Matt K

Expert Reply:

For your 2002 Ford Excursion 6.8, I recommend the Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit w/Barb Inlets # D13503. This cooler has turbulators inside tubes for superior heat transfer. The included mounts attach the cooler to one of your other heat exchangers, but some people prefer to create a fixed mount using a mounting kit like # D13002.

I recommend the Derale Radiator Adapter Fittings for Ford, Lincoln and Mercury # D13025 to easily install your new transmission cooler without needing to cut and flare lines. These fittings are designed to work specifically with your Ford Excursion's radiator.

expert reply by: Jason S