GVWR Rating of Derale D13403 Transmission Cooler

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How many GVWR is this 13403 cooler designed for?

asked by: Ricarddo

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According to the folks at Derale, their # D13403 transmission cooler would be expected to handle a GVWR up to 26.500 lbs. Keep in mind, these coolers work best as a supplement to the existing cooler that runs through the radiator, and works best installed inline with the return line from the radiator back to the transmission

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

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