EDIT: Oops... Forgot to mention that the hill was 5 miles long.
220* tranny temp for the first time ever!
Now, I wasn't able to get a good running start, so I was stuck in 3rd gear at around 50 - 55mph and the converter never locked. So, I realize that's why the temp probably went so high. I'll check the fluid (and plan on replacing).
I assume it would also be a good idea to drain some fluid out of the pan and look at it?
However, I think I would still feel better if I added an extra tranny cooler. I think I'd like one with a fan. I've found some info on TDP, but there was no "signature" in a lot of the posts - does that mean that particular person is no longer a member here? Because of that I don't know if they had a 4l80E, or not.
I also can't seem to find a website for cooler manufacturer's? In various posts, I came across Long and Tru-Cool, but I can't find their specific website?
I'm rambling a bit here, but basically I'm looking for some guidance on selecting a tranny cooler. Am I correct in thinking that it would better to mount it under the truck (I don't do any off-roading, but will make sure it's above the bottom of the frame)?
Engine coolant temp got a little higher than normal, too (about 215*). But, on a plus side, EGT's never went over 1050*.
I'm also going to check for bugs and crap between things in the grill, although that has always been pretty clean.