^Tranny cooler?

 

Derrr...I have all the part numbers for what it needs to get done. I think Billy and I are wondering IF it needs to be done for that short of race. I might ditch the tilton pump and go NASCAR on it instead though...Or use an ACD pump...something.

 

I was looking for a little more detailed answer, such as is it needed, what would you go with if it is needed ect...

 

I would go to a performance tranny shop around here and get one custom made. On another note I have said parts to donate to this car.

 

What parts? Pm me

 

I'd figure out a way to data log the oil temp in the tranny. Then go for a few test runs and see where you are at. You should be able to review a graph of the test run and based on the profile of the temp see if you have a problem with extended periods at speed.

 

^True, that may be easier and cheaper and = less weight Good idea Jared.

 

I should be able to use the 5v input from where my fuel temp input is (rather than log the second IAT like mrfred had originally intended) and log it in Evoscan even.



...Or make it easy and get a tranny temp gauge and just watch it at a track day

 

That sounds good to me...

 

the easy rout is for losers

 

^That sounds easy and smart to me. Just get a good gauge and make sure its all hooked up right.

 

To feel good about the extended time at WOT I think the data log with graphing is critical. Looking at a gauge is a nice starting point and better than nothing for sure. But the real key to seeing what will happen over extended periods of time is to review the slope of the line on a graph from some shakedown passes.

If you can find an area to sustain high RPM and speed for just a couple of mins you can then review the slope of the line. If it's still climbing you have two options: go for a longer test and see if it ever flattens out, or realize you have a cooling problem. If the shakedown shows the temp flatten out within a few mins you are good to go, assuming it flattens out at an acceptable temperature.

 

For tranny temps do you think it would work the same if we logged in a lower gear but a higher rpm?

 

You should be able to figure that out with some testing. Try running at a high RPM for a set time in a couple of the lower gears and see what the difference is.

What's the top speed of the class you want to run? Does it look like you are in 4th near Redline or in 5th? There's less stress on the car in 5th probably because you aren't revving as high.

 

It will prob be in 5th...