3rd Gen 4Runner Transmission Cooler & Filter Install

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  • @marquijamison6106
    @marquijamison6106 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Thanks Kelly , I’m part of a Rally team racing across Europe and Africa. This install was crucial to my piece of mind while traveling. I could use some extra cooling power and good luck along the journey.
    Thanks again

    • @Beacon_Offroad
      @Beacon_Offroad  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Youre very welcome. Best of luck.

  • @phillipblount5541
    @phillipblount5541 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Well done man. I think "in series" is the all around best way to go. Your video made install a breeze.

  • @jotheart
    @jotheart ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is an awesome video. To the point, edited, exactly what i needed.

  • @justinlewis2598
    @justinlewis2598 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Can the possibility of the milkshake mixture still occur with this set up?

    • @Jrixi
      @Jrixi 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes

    • @mikewaite3746
      @mikewaite3746 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      My same exact thoughts. Why not just bypass the freaking transmission cooler in the radiator isn't that why you do that? 😢

  • @2manyhobbies76
    @2manyhobbies76 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for this simple and confidence-inspiring video.

  • @lewisdrake8732
    @lewisdrake8732 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like the filter you added. I'm definitely going to add that to my Tacoma on 37's

  • @marquijamison6106
    @marquijamison6106 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I Just used this video for the second time on my second 3rd gen 4runner

  • @soapynorton
    @soapynorton 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice work on this video and tutorial. I think this is the way to do it. For some data points, I installed a similar auxiliary cooler size on my 2000 in 2012 with around 120k miles and watched my transmission fluid temps reach 250° when climbing passes in the mountains often. I paybassed the OEM cooler like everyone talks about for fears of the dreaded failure or “design flaw” we all know.
    At around 230k miles and 10 years later, the trans ended up failing because of those consistent high temps and I had a lower mileage used one installed. I’m still seeing high temps (~230+°) when in 4 wheel drive climbing passes in the winter, so I think the auxiliary cooler alone is not sufficient for my rig. Maybe sufficient for others, but that’s not what I’m seeing. So I am going to reconnect the lines to the factory cooler just like you did, just 10 years and one transmission later! Thanks!

    • @Beacon_Offroad
      @Beacon_Offroad  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      What most people don't understand like one of the replies is, the trans actually needs hot Temps to operate and shift correctly. So seasonality and location have a fair amount of input here. A thermostat control control valve would be ideal or if you live in a really hot or really cold location. Not cooler in the winter full cooler in the summer, especially if towing.

    • @genxiong2695
      @genxiong2695 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Bypass is good if you have a brand new radiator and a sufficient cooler. But the series method is what Toyota does to all the rigs that come factory with trans cooler. So this TH-cam is spot on installation. Also, you actually void most manufacturer warranty if you install the bypass method. I did mine with the 699 model (built in thermostatically controlled to allow cool fluid to bypass through the first couple rows of the cooler). This model is good if you live in colder climate.
      Instead of using the junk zip ties, I chose to bracket mount mine with the Hayden bracket kit. So the transmission cooler never touch the condenser or anything else. Using the zip tie method is ok if you plan to not do hard off-road because with time, the zip ties are bound to come loose. When it does, vibrations will cause leak if the condenser is rubbing against the cooler. The BEST method is to properly mount it with brackets.
      I took advantage of Timmy the tool man's method but did it slightly different without any drilling or having to bend the bracket. It fit like a glove.
      th-cam.com/video/34wnfq85_qk/w-d-xo.html

    • @chrislamance1
      @chrislamance1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@genxiong2695 Thanks for your suggestion. Do you have any photos of the cooler installed showing the mounting holes you used?

  • @ianhowell4803
    @ianhowell4803 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the informative video Kelly! Did my first trans fluid flush on my 2001 SR5 4Runner with confidence thanks to your how to video. I added a Magnefine filter on mine and a cooler. Seemed to run great. Unfortunately I was trying to save my trans because I had a supercharger whine coming from it. No avail. Diag’d it as a bad torque converter.. just had it rebuilt and I’m reinstalling today in my driveway. Wish me luck! I look forward to more of your videos man. Next I think I’m adding a temp gauge to the trans..

    • @Beacon_Offroad
      @Beacon_Offroad  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome Ian. Good luck on the trans job.

  • @richlien5598
    @richlien5598 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Out of all the video for this mod. Your is da best! clearly easy to follow and thorough. I click on the link to purchase and said it doesn’t fit 02 4runner. Just want to make sure the correct part before ordering. Thanks so much!

    • @Beacon_Offroad
      @Beacon_Offroad  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you and yes it's correct. Being a generic part it will show that is doesn't fit.

  • @1984keen
    @1984keen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video. I'm looking to do the same and it's nice to see you're keeping it tied into the radiator. I don't live where the cold would be an issue, but I also wouldn't want to lose that factory feature.

    • @Beacon_Offroad
      @Beacon_Offroad  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'd say it's with doing. Extra filter is handy as well.

  • @mikeypotts4732
    @mikeypotts4732 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you! Installed my cooler today using your video. Very helpful. Had sloppy shifts on hot days driving in FL. Hopefully this does the trick.

  • @vemartinez4152
    @vemartinez4152 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I just bought a 1999 4Runner. I’m tryna get put on game.

  • @jackchimalpopoca1
    @jackchimalpopoca1 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I really enjoy the quality of these videos

  • @jeremyduncan8030
    @jeremyduncan8030 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video tutorial.

  • @yeeeeyee
    @yeeeeyee ปีที่แล้ว

    Super helpful install video. Thanks alot

  • @ML-dl1cp
    @ML-dl1cp 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great install video. I'll be tackling this project on Thursday, just replacing an existing leaky trans cooler with a new cooler and lines.
    One observation: my 97 4Runner came with a dealer-installed tow package that included a similar trans cooler. I don't know if the cooler is OEM Toyota but the first owner had it done at the originating dealer (also they zip-tied the trailer harness to the fuel line and that's nuts!). Anyway, the cooler was installed in the centre, and that small vertical crossmember (that supports the hood latch) had actually worn into the cooler and put a hole in it. Perhaps it is a little thicker than the Hayden. The clearance there is **very** tight. I notice you installed yours with part of the cooler behind that crossmember. I would advise avoiding that area all together.

  • @julioarrecis666
    @julioarrecis666 ปีที่แล้ว

    hi KELLY , YOUR VIDEOS ARE AWESOME AND WELL EXPLAINED !!! im starting to overland my 97 SR5, i already have rear and front armor with a 13500 x-bull winch and so far 265-75-16, sometimes i drive my truck once a week and planning to go trailing next year, my question is which HAYDEN trans cooler do you think is the best or which one should i choose 678 or 699? should i install the cooler straight to the trans avoiding the radiator? cuz you never know the pink milkshake. thank you in advance.

  • @drommej
    @drommej ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video thanks

  • @kenmiguel2986
    @kenmiguel2986 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is the extra filter necessary? Also what if you want to bypass the stock cooler, how would you run it? Feed side to bottom of the external? Then new return line connected to the old return line?

  • @laloxerify
    @laloxerify 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hey Master! Im from México i have a 4Runner 95, 4wd 3.0... i like your video, i try too instal the same system in this week... i text you, after too finish the work.

    • @Beacon_Offroad
      @Beacon_Offroad  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Goodluck!

    • @laloxerify
      @laloxerify 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks, tomorrow i will install the grill and the proof.. What is the reason why you installed the cooler?

  • @AntonioClaudioMichael
    @AntonioClaudioMichael 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Super nice tutorial 👌 👍

  • @jojosinjeopardy
    @jojosinjeopardy 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Do you have a link for the sheathing you use for the 11/32" hose? Would it be similar to PET Expandable Braided Sleeving in 1/2" size? Thanks! This was a super helpful video. Do you have any concerns over mounting directly to the condenser? I am on the fence about bending up some brackets to have it independently suspended. Just regular driving on my part so no real concerns about vibrations from offroading.

  • @shanekasper4587
    @shanekasper4587 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    How much will this increase longevity? I have 2 3rd generation 4Runners. One with 375,000 and one with 410,000. We have never even changed fluid.

    • @mikeypotts4732
      @mikeypotts4732 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      How is your shifting feel?

    • @04tacomaguy1
      @04tacomaguy1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's amazing, do they still work today

  • @Miles-wy1zr
    @Miles-wy1zr 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Will this work on a 1st gen Tacoma? I have a 95 with exact engine

    • @Beacon_Offroad
      @Beacon_Offroad  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @Miles-wy1zr yeah, should basically be the same.

  • @jeffthompson8663
    @jeffthompson8663 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice vid.

  • @AntonioClaudioMichael
    @AntonioClaudioMichael 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Do the plastic rods actually hold these coolers with no problems hmmm

  • @gionandrivenditto8618
    @gionandrivenditto8618 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, I'm from Venezuela. I can't get that cooled radiator here. I get it with 8 tubes. It works for me and the filter where I can get it.

  • @04tacomaguy1
    @04tacomaguy1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Think I can get by just removing the grill and not the bumper on the 04 Tacoma? Im installing a Hayden trans cooler as well

  • @genxiong2695
    @genxiong2695 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for this video. I did this same in-series method. Just curious what your new temp. readings are? For me, prior to the install my trans temp were averaging 178ish. After the install, the temps drop down to 89ish on avg. I'm a little worry because that's a drastic drop in trans temp. Keep in mind, this is just city driving with AC on (before and after). I haven't got the time to test very steep inclines to see what the temps will hit with the new cooler. But without, it was was hitting 220 - 240ish.
    Update: Never mind. Went back and check my notes and the after installed temp was actually 155ish so I think I'm good.🤣

  • @ivanesco8521
    @ivanesco8521 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you 🙏🏼

  • @unshapingtheearth7916
    @unshapingtheearth7916 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wouldnt it make the most sense to mount the intercooler as low as possible on the radiator with both ports facing the sky so its oriented horizontally? If the ATF cooler side is on the bottom of the radiator the more the cooler is there the more efficient the radiator will be

  • @marcelosartorio8561
    @marcelosartorio8561 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    But the hot fluid usually is attached on the upper part of the new cooler, isn't? I'm seen so many different ways to ad a cooler in series... some say that once the fluid is colder should go down whit less resistance. I really don't now which is the best...

  • @rolandvz71able
    @rolandvz71able 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    its been 2 years...how's the cooler holding up?

    • @Beacon_Offroad
      @Beacon_Offroad  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      There are no issues to report.

  • @tonyjovanovic9259
    @tonyjovanovic9259 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for the install video Kelly! As these 4runners are known to have the factory trans cooler fail inside the Radiator, could this cooler be used to bypass this issue instead of a full rad/ trans cooler replacement?

    • @Beacon_Offroad
      @Beacon_Offroad  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thanks, yes i briefly mentioned it in the video. just runs the lines to it. The return side it the same as I did. Disconnect the pressure side from the oem cooler and install to bottom of external cooler.

    • @olandeiscoleman3939
      @olandeiscoleman3939 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great video will be doing this mod on the hoonirunner soon 🤘🏽

    • @jmp216
      @jmp216 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Beacon_Offroad you do realize that the point of a trans cooler is to not use the radiator due to coolant and transmission fluid mixing in the radiator which is a problem these T4R have. You did it completely wrong. It fixes nothing

    • @DerbertMan
      @DerbertMan 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@jmp216 Exactly right. Have you found this to be the case since it's been a couple years since posting this video?

  • @Jadem4
    @Jadem4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Isn't the whole point of doing this mod is to bypass the integrated trans cooler to avoid trend and coolant from mixing and destroying your transmission..I get that this will provide extra cooling, but it seems kind of pointless to me if you're not bypassing the integrated cooler.

    • @moctezumaaleg2008
      @moctezumaaleg2008 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Not really unless your radiator is old you shouldn’t really have a problem and yeah if you live up north yeah that would probably be about only reason

    • @Circa760
      @Circa760 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      I bypassed mine. It’s not that I need extra cooling, it’s that I don’t want to get the dreaded pink milkshake.

    • @FoxholeIndustries
      @FoxholeIndustries 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That’s what I thought. I wanted to see how to bypass mine.

  • @Jasper118
    @Jasper118 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would it be a better idea to put the filter before the coolers to protect them from gunk? I’m about to do this project too

    • @Beacon_Offroad
      @Beacon_Offroad  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Imo it would be same same.

    • @Jasper118
      @Jasper118 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Beacon_Offroad awesome, thanks for the videos

  • @robstratton5320
    @robstratton5320 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice video but I’m confused. Isn’t the point of the external cooler to prevent failure of the internal cooler mixing fluids? I see you ran it through both coolers

    • @Beacon_Offroad
      @Beacon_Offroad  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes and no. There's multiple ways of looking at this depending on application and planned use. I'm not overly concerned about mixing as I stay on top of my stuff. You can actually over cool your trans fluid depending on outside temps and tome of year. The trans operates best at with warm fluid. This setup will cool hot fluid and warm it to correct on the way back into the trans. Running it a thermostat control would be the best way but it costs more and more difficult to setup. Hope that helps you understand a bit more. I could keep going but that should cover it.

  • @mitchellsmith-dt5fk
    @mitchellsmith-dt5fk 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    About how much does this cost

  • @MrAnticaArte
    @MrAnticaArte 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the video. I'll install one on my QX4.
    A friend of mine needs some work on his rig, where's your shop located?

    • @Beacon_Offroad
      @Beacon_Offroad  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      We're in Surrey, B.C.

    • @MrAnticaArte
      @MrAnticaArte 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Beacon_Offroad Perfect. What's the name of the shop?

    • @Beacon_Offroad
      @Beacon_Offroad  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MrAnticaArte OK Tire Surrey-Fleetwood 604 503 3959

  • @esaivega10
    @esaivega10 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wasn't the purpose of running a external transmission cooler to prevent the coolant from mixing with transmission fluid?? I'm confused

    • @1984keen
      @1984keen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Vosmalus when I do my timing belt I change the radiator. Probably the best way you're going to prevent milkshake from happening. By running a standalone transmission cooler and not running it through the radiator when it's cold out you won't properly warm up your transmission.

    • @jameswatt4694
      @jameswatt4694 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes, but as mentioned, it's a good practice to pop a new radiator in a 3rd Gen 4Runner as a maintenance item much like lower ball joints are on these. Those are the only 2 weak spots on these. Radiators are cheap (115 USD for an 'OEM ' Denso unit) and easy to install. This prevents the Pink Milkshake but retains the heating functions the Toyota engineers intended. New upper and lower hoses and a new OEM thermostat with the jiggle valve a 6 O'clock and you're good for another 250k miles. Edit - while you're at it, get a trans temp gauge or OBDII gauge or app (1999 and later trucks only) to monitor temps when wheeling or if you tow in mountains. The idiot light doesn't come on until about 300 degrees and you're risking real damage to your tranny at that point. Blah blah blah - sorry. Nice video!

    • @fransicofuentes704
      @fransicofuentes704 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Its a dual purpose

    • @richardmiller2313
      @richardmiller2313 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jameswatt4694
      So-
      I picked up a 99 SR5 with 169K miles PO took really good care of the truck all Toyota hoses and belts etc & looks like the original radiator as I can faintly make out Toyota on the radiator.
      I should be good with replacing the radiator with another Toyota radiator and no need for the external trans cooler? I plan on doing no heavy 4wheeling or towing.
      Tia

    • @jameswatt4694
      @jameswatt4694 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@richardmiller2313 A new radiator is a good idea for sure. External trans cooler isn't a must unless you are wheeling in high heat under heavy load. It's never a bad idea to to hook up a simple data system to the OBDII port - either a Bluetooth unit that send all the data to an app or a full time unit like an Ultra Gauge or Scangauge II. I'm not even sure what thread I'm relpying to here, but if anyone reading this want answers to anything you could imagine having to do with 3rd gen 4runners (96-02) you want to check out this forum. I've learned so much about keeping these running forever and all the mods you can do from nearly free to sky's the limit: (it's an bit of an oldschool interface): www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/ Cheers!

  • @bikesPNW
    @bikesPNW 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So now you have two coolers in-line? What is the purpose?

    • @ZedZerps
      @ZedZerps 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      So he can tow a trailer full of moose.

    • @Beacon_Offroad
      @Beacon_Offroad  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      This is a balancing act. Depending on use, time of year and location. Factory cooler doesn't cool enough but it is meant to heat the trans fluid at a certain point as well. Depending where you live can be a factor. Here in the winter running a external cooler only would over cool the fluid.

    • @Jay-fq8uz
      @Jay-fq8uz 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      What else would you need to coolers for??? Think think think.........

  • @jdmDC2ftw
    @jdmDC2ftw 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just wondering, would you want the filter to be before the cooler so it won't containment the cooler incase there's metal in the trans fluid?

    • @Beacon_Offroad
      @Beacon_Offroad  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I dont think it really matters and let's be honest if there was a major failure and large amounts of metal you shoukd extensively clean the cooler and or just replace it in general.

  • @plutosforest
    @plutosforest 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Kelly. I'm wondering how all the added parts and passages affect the oil flow, and if that's something to be concerned about. There must be a pump pushing fluid out of the trans, creating enough pressure to push fluid back in (at least in stock configuration).

    • @Beacon_Offroad
      @Beacon_Offroad  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not a concern, there's plently of pressure there. You'd know if you ever had a line come off or get a hole in it lol.

    • @plutosforest
      @plutosforest 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Beacon_Offroad you're right! Going to try a bypass setup with this filter. Ty.

  • @Georvanovic
    @Georvanovic 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So I'm pretty sure that this will be run the same for the 2.7 3RZ right?

    • @Beacon_Offroad
      @Beacon_Offroad  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Unfortunately I can not confirm nor deny.

  • @havefunbesafe
    @havefunbesafe 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a basic car question: generally speaking, how does transmission fluid flow through a cooler? Is there a pump?

    • @Beacon_Offroad
      @Beacon_Offroad  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, inside your transmission there is a pump that generates the pressure.

  • @truechamp5740
    @truechamp5740 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can this setup also be done with a 5th gen 4Runner?

    • @Beacon_Offroad
      @Beacon_Offroad  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes but slightly different, I just did one recently here at the shop.

  • @BalfreRoman
    @BalfreRoman ปีที่แล้ว

    Did you go through the radiator?

    • @DerbertMan
      @DerbertMan 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes he did. That's a major mistake he made.

  • @johnclemans7802
    @johnclemans7802 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    As a transmission expert, you should never bypass the factory cooler. When adding an auxiliary cooler, you use the lower return line from the radiator. Then that line will go into the auxiliary cooler then auto to the transmission input.
    The coolant in the lower part of the radiator is the coolest it wiil be before it goes back into the engine.
    As for my FJ cruiser the factory thermostat is 180°. Also use 5/8 transmission line, not the line that comes with the cooler. 5/8" has more flow/volume.

    • @DerbertMan
      @DerbertMan 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      but these Gen 3 radiators fail and leak radiator coolant into the transmission. So what is the problem with Not running the trans fluid thru the radiator? is it bc the trans fluid then wont heat up to a proper temp? seems like that would only occur in very cold climates in the winter...or does it happen in moderate climates in the winter too?

  • @justinabiva9972
    @justinabiva9972 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did u have to drain the trans fluid?

  • @elhiezenberg8393
    @elhiezenberg8393 ปีที่แล้ว

    Will this prevent pink milkshake?

    • @gioomonster
      @gioomonster ปีที่แล้ว

      It looks like it will only prevent the milkshake if you run the cooler bypassing the radiator. If you run it in series like this, it will still run through the radiator. So there is still a chance of the radiator failing and, in turn, the dreaded pink milkshake!

    • @DerbertMan
      @DerbertMan 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Nope. He missed a great opportunity to avoid that issue.

  • @brycethoreson9216
    @brycethoreson9216 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How much tranny fluid did you add?

  • @anthonyaguilar7499
    @anthonyaguilar7499 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I thought Robert Downey Jr was showing me how to install a tyranny cooler

  • @jrm163
    @jrm163 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Why don’t you just use the external cooler? one main reason to have an external cooler is to prevent transmission fluid and coolant mix together when the built in cooler fails.

    • @hunterbodell1129
      @hunterbodell1129 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Running the trans fluid through the radiator helps heat the trans fluid up to temp.

  • @vemartinez4152
    @vemartinez4152 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What’s the purpose of this?

  • @jmp216
    @jmp216 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    you do realize that the point of a trans cooler is to not use the radiator due to coolant and transmission fluid mixing in the radiator which is a problem these T4R have. You did it completely wrong. It fixes nothing. Plus the filter has to be before it flows into cooler. If anyone thinks it’s fine I’ll replace radiator every timing job, then that’s dumb due to it happening before timing is needed because it’s a flaw in factory design.

    • @Beacon_Offroad
      @Beacon_Offroad  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I understand exactly every point of what your saying but if you don't understand why it's set up like this then it's beyond you. Thanks for leaving a comment, have a great day 👍.

    • @DerbertMan
      @DerbertMan 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Beacon_Offroad your reply seems evasive. @jmp216 seems correct. What is wrong with what he is saying?