pma4x4
AKA Yankeeroad
I won't have that problem. I removed the latch assembly and went to hood pins.
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Project MULE - Expedition build on a 1991 1500 4x4 Suburban
- Thread starter pma4x4
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I've ALWAYS seen them mounted port side down. Not sure if there is a good reason for this.
Might want to check into it though, and possibly prevent an air bubble of some sort.
pma4x4
AKA Yankeeroad
The factory oil cooler I have which is the same brand is port down. The instructions for the LPD type cooler is ports on the side or on top. this prevents air bubbles and will allow the cooler to function properly. If there is any air in the system it gets purged once it hits the tranny.
Here is a datasheet on B&M Supercoolers. It was this that lead me to call them and ask. Yes you can aim them down but especially on a LPD cooler aim them sideways or up so you want to make sure the system is air bubble free.
http://bmracing.com/wp-bnmcont/uploads/bm_cooler_techdoc.pdf
Here is a datasheet on B&M Supercoolers. It was this that lead me to call them and ask. Yes you can aim them down but especially on a LPD cooler aim them sideways or up so you want to make sure the system is air bubble free.
http://bmracing.com/wp-bnmcont/uploads/bm_cooler_techdoc.pdf
pma4x4
AKA Yankeeroad
Slowly getting there. I still need to plumb the tranny lines and wire everything.
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That is some wall to wall cooler action!
pma4x4
AKA Yankeeroad
That is some wall to wall cooler action!
Yep. I am not taking no chances. Out here the July and August Arizona sun will make small children burst into flames in under 5 minutes!
pma4x4
AKA Yankeeroad
Initial test shows no leaks in either the PS cooling system or the transmission cooling system. transmission temp gauge reading and electric fan turning as it reaches temperature.
pma4x4
AKA Yankeeroad
I just need to finish wiring the hot side of everything but its pretty much good to go. The front end still retains a factory clean look with the grill on.
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Sorry if you already said , but what headlights are you using?
pma4x4
AKA Yankeeroad
No problem. Sometimes it gets hard to find info in big threads. I did a write-up on the install of the headlights. Just follow the link below
http://coloradok5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=301212
Cooler is looking good and I like how those lights look installed, i got my fingers crossed for christmas for my burb. Where are you planning to mount your trans temp gauge?
pma4x4
AKA Yankeeroad
Take a closer look at the pics. the port on the right has to 1/8" ports for both the temp gauge and the thermal switch for the fan controller. That is the port out to the tranny so I know what temp of fluid its receiving.
The gauge its self inside 
pma4x4
AKA Yankeeroad
no. what he is asking you, is where in the cab are you going to mount the gauge so that you can look at it to see the temps displayed on the gauge...Yes.
pma4x4
AKA Yankeeroad
Yeah that was a complete brain fart on my end!
I plan on building a full length center console and the extra gauges will go there. Along with the power inverter, control switches and radios.
I plan on building a full length center console and the extra gauges will go there. Along with the power inverter, control switches and radios.
I'm gonna keep an eye on your build. Looking good and the plan is pretty cool. Can't wait for the next install
pma4x4
AKA Yankeeroad
The Mule went into the tranny shop last week due to no lockup. They have been diagnosing and replacing everything and now today they are going to swap out the converter. We may get it back this afternoon, hopefully.
