Cooler
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ViperJoe
GT Owner
I choose the FRPP unit for the sake of originality, but many have chosen Cool Tech and the performance, quality and fit are reported to be comparable at a reduced price.
If the transaxale vent is weeping, I'd suggest installing the transaxle breather extender offered by GT Saver.
If the transaxale vent is weeping, I'd suggest installing the transaxle breather extender offered by GT Saver.
Empty Pockets
ex-GT Owner
MAD IN NC
Proud Owner/ BOD blah bla
Cooltech LLC from Kendal is what I have. Bolts right in - easy and no oil seepage!
Just don't drop any tools or you'll have to take off the diffuser :bored
Just don't drop any tools or you'll have to take off the diffuser :bored
Hi Desi,
The transaxle weeping is caused primarily by the excessive operating temps of the transaxle. The vent breathers will solve the unsightly weeping but obviously do not address the temperatures. My experience is that with either cooler, the weeping is 90-100% stopped because the oil is no longer being vaporized.
Attached is a visual comparison of both coolers installed. (Photo used by explicit permission of owner.) Ford has sourced the cooler from Honeywell and the Cool Tech unit utilizes a Setrab cooler.
Note that the Cool Tech cooler can be purchased with either the blue/red fittings (as shown) or the all black mil-spec fittings. Both coolers utilize the factory installed nutserts so no drilling or other mods are required.
Finally, here's a pic of my car with the 5 lb Halon Fire Supression system installed in case you would eventually be interested in pursuing this.
Hope this helps.
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- Feb 22, 2006
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I've used several of the Cooltech units and could not be more satisfied. Considering that the fit, finish and quality of install on the Cooltech units are so good and the fact that they are significantly less expensive than the Ford coolers I can't imagine why anyone would not go with Cooltech. My $.02
Neilda
GT Owner
I have a breather and the FRRP cooler. I doubt the breather was needed once the cooler was installed - but I like the look!
My 2c FWIW It will boil down to looks and cost. I went Ford, as I wanted an original look. The cool tech is a nicer kit (using all AN hardware and braided lines) where the ford is just tubing, with crimped rubber lines. Cool tech is much better quality, and less $, but again does not have the stock "look".....
06fordgt
GT
Desi I went with cool tech. great product easy to install fit in all the factory holes. Also designed for the Halon fire suppression system to bolt right on. That will be done next week as I am waiting for it to be delivered/passed at customs.
TEXAS GT
2006 Twin Turbo
I can vouch for Cooltechs products but more importantly their warranty. Kendall really stands behind his products. I've never had an easier experience with a warranty replacement. We weren't even sure it was the products fault but he replaced it anyway with no questions asked.
Being an official Ford product won't add to the value of the car and Ford doesn't need your money.
Buy it from the little guy who also happens to be a fellow GT owner!
Being an official Ford product won't add to the value of the car and Ford doesn't need your money.
Buy it from the little guy who also happens to be a fellow GT owner!
Empty Pockets
ex-GT Owner
(1) 'Disagree with THAT!:lol
(2) 'TOTALLY AGREE with that! :thumbsup :thumbsup :thumbsup
OCPETE
GT Owner
AZGT
GT Owner
I did the CoolTec. For that cooler you add .7 guart of tansaxle fluid. I would think you would need to also - add the capacity of the cooler (and maybe the lines).
usmcfred
GT Owner
Guys, I have one Ford Racing Products complete Transaxle Cooler Kit part number M-7095-GT, brand new, never installed, still in the Ford boxes. If you want to keep you FGT 100% OEM original, this is the cooler for you. The kit includes the heat exchanger, hoses/tubing, hardware, AN fittings, mounting brackets and easy installation instructions. All you need is to buy one quart of transaxle lubricant from any Ford dealer parts dept and add approx 7/8 of a quart after installation. All brackets line up perfectly with the pre-drilled and tapped frame holes and the brackets are even painted the same Argent silver to match the GT's underhood frame and struts. These brackets also include vibration dampers for added protection of the heat exchanger, tubing and AN fittings. The heat exchanger is beautifully welded and has a natural aluminum finish. It has been reported on this Forum that Ford would have shipped our cars with this exact system installed had it not been for Federal weight classification concerns and cost reasons.
I am willing to let this go to a fellow Forum Member for $1,025. which is 20% or $254.00 under The $1,279.00 that FRP charges. You will also avoid paying any sales tax.
PM me if interested as it's first come first serve and I only have ONE kit. You can pick it up if you're located near Massachusetts, or I'll ship it to you for whatever the actual UPS Ground charges are. usmcfred
I am willing to let this go to a fellow Forum Member for $1,025. which is 20% or $254.00 under The $1,279.00 that FRP charges. You will also avoid paying any sales tax.
PM me if interested as it's first come first serve and I only have ONE kit. You can pick it up if you're located near Massachusetts, or I'll ship it to you for whatever the actual UPS Ground charges are. usmcfred
MR2Race
FGT The Velvet Hammer
Breather wet W/ Oil
My 2 cents.
I believe the oil cooler and a transaxle breather address two different problems that are not interrelated.
The cooler will only reduce gear oil temps and is required for track use.
A Transaxle Breather vent controls the oil vapor that will ride along with the air that is slowly evacuating from the transaxle as the unit comes up to normal operating temperature.
This is a normal process for all gearboxes and axles on all cars and trucks.
What makes it different for the Ford GT you ask? The mess created by the breather is trapped in the under tray and is on display every time you lift the clamshell to show off the monster.
I was the Data Guy @ SVT development.
And was against not having a Trans cooler on the GT in production units.
Until the data driven testing was over.
There is no transaxle over temp problem 99% of the time.
I will help anyone who wishes, instrument there car and we can monitor the Trans axle oil temp.
The set point is 300 deg. F as the oil starts to degrade at 325.
The simple fact is the oils temp has no relation to the breather expelling vapor.
I will help other test this fact as required.
The cooler is required at low speed tracks that force the use of first and second gear.
And you will not see excessive transaxle oil temp. Until you burn the second or third tank of fuel with out a cool down period.
The deal, you set up a test and I supply the data equipment and sensors.
And we can report the results on this format. Any takers ?
My 2 cents.
I believe the oil cooler and a transaxle breather address two different problems that are not interrelated.
The cooler will only reduce gear oil temps and is required for track use.
A Transaxle Breather vent controls the oil vapor that will ride along with the air that is slowly evacuating from the transaxle as the unit comes up to normal operating temperature.
This is a normal process for all gearboxes and axles on all cars and trucks.
What makes it different for the Ford GT you ask? The mess created by the breather is trapped in the under tray and is on display every time you lift the clamshell to show off the monster.
I was the Data Guy @ SVT development.
And was against not having a Trans cooler on the GT in production units.
Until the data driven testing was over.
There is no transaxle over temp problem 99% of the time.
I will help anyone who wishes, instrument there car and we can monitor the Trans axle oil temp.
The set point is 300 deg. F as the oil starts to degrade at 325.
The simple fact is the oils temp has no relation to the breather expelling vapor.
I will help other test this fact as required.
The cooler is required at low speed tracks that force the use of first and second gear.
And you will not see excessive transaxle oil temp. Until you burn the second or third tank of fuel with out a cool down period.
The deal, you set up a test and I supply the data equipment and sensors.
And we can report the results on this format. Any takers ?