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Maxi-Kool® XL Transmission Oil Cooler
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2002 - 2005 Ford Explorer Maxi-Kool® XL Transmission Oil Cooler (part#243012)

Part No. 243012 Warranty  
$64.69
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Brand: Imperial
Advance Auto Parts Part#: 5670021
Suitable vehicles: Click to find if this product can be used with your vehicle:
  • Ford
    • Explorer
      • 2005
        • 2005 Ford Explorer (4.6L 281CI V8 FI VIN: W)
      • 2004
        • 2004 Ford Explorer (4.6L 281CI V8 FI VIN: W)
      • 2003
        • 2003 Ford Explorer (4.6L 281CI V8 FI VIN: W)
      • 2002
        • 2002 Ford Explorer (4.6L 281CI V8 FI VIN: W)


The Imperial Maxi-Cool® XL's plate and fin design offer excellent cooling efficiency in a compact, space-efficient design.

Product Features:
  • Imperial Maxi-Cool® plate and fin transmission cooler
  • Size: 3/4" x 11" x 11-5/8"
  • Class "A" motor homes, large travel trailers, 5th-wheel trailers
  • GVWR up to 30,000 lbs.; towing up to 10,000 lbs.
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Finish:Powder Coated
Height:11.625 in
Length:11 in
Material:Aluminum
Mounting Hardware Included:Yes
O.E.M. Replacement:No
Performance:Yes
Width:0.75 in
With Electric Fan:No

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ImperialMaxi-Kool® XL Transmission Oil Cooler
 
4.1

(based on 9 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (3)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (4)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (0)

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100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to install (7)
  • Lightweight (7)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Everyday driving (5)
    • Towing (4)
      • Car & Truck:
      • Truck enthusiast (4)

    Reviewed by 9 customers

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    3.0

    Pretty good universal fit cooler

    By Chris

    from Franklin,NJ

    About Me Auto Enthusiast

    Verified Buyer
    Level 1

    Pros

    • Lightweight

    Cons

    • Difficult To Install

    Best Uses

    • Replacement

    Comments about Imperial Maxi-Kool® XL Transmission Oil Cooler:

    Not exactly an Oem fit but a universal fit, a little more difficult to install than I expected but I guess you get what you pay for. I would have rather had an Oem replacement but it would have cost triple

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    5.0

    Awesome tranny cooler

    By Nate

    from Bixby, OK

    About Me Truck Enthusiast

    Verified Buyer
    Level 1

    Pros

    • Durable
    • Easy To Install
    • Improves Engine Efficiency
    • Increases Power
    • Lightweight
    • Made a big difference

    Cons

    • none

    Best Uses

    • Everyday Driving
    • Towing

    Comments about Imperial Maxi-Kool® XL Transmission Oil Cooler:

    really didn't expect such a dramatic difference should have installed one along time ago.

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    (8 of 16 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Easy install

    By N/A

    from Jackson Mississippi

    About Me Auto Enthusiast

    Verified Buyer
    Helpful Reviewer

    Pros

    • Easy To Install
    • Lightweight
    • Nice unit

    Cons

    • No Improvement In Performance

    Best Uses

    • Everyday Driving

    Comments about Imperial Maxi-Kool® XL Transmission Oil Cooler:

    Additional hose may be needed.

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    (9 of 16 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Works Well!

    By Hardtrailz

    from Indianapolis, Indiana

    Verified Buyer
    Helpful Reviewer

    Pros

    • Clear instructions
    • Easy To Install
    • Improves Engine Efficiency
    • Lightweight
    • Nice Finish

    Cons

    • Couple fins were slightly
    • Needed extra hose

    Best Uses

    • Everyday Driving
    • Performance Driving
    • Towing

    Comments about Imperial Maxi-Kool® XL Transmission Oil Cooler:

    I added this cooler in line with my factory cooler on my 2006 Trailblazer. The truck is lifted with large offroad tires, skidplates, bumper, winch...and the trans was running hot. The cooler has lower my trans temps by 40-50 degrees on average. Truck seems to shift smoother and no longer hunt for gears since the trans doesnt get as hot.

    With the mounting position I used and where I spliced the lines, I needed an extra section of hose, but everything else was included. Nice kit.

    • Car & Truck:
    • Auto Enthusiast, Mechanic, Offroad Driver, Truck Enthusiast

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    (4 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Great For cooling tranny

    By caddisbluyak

    from New Mexico

    Verified Buyer
    3 or more reviews submitted

    Pros

    • Easy To Install
    • Lightweight

    Cons

      Best Uses

        Comments about Imperial Maxi-Kool® XL Transmission Oil Cooler:

        Easy to install

        • Car & Truck:
        • Truck Enthusiast

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        (10 of 18 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        Maxi-Kool® XL Transmission Oil Cooler

        By sjoneil

        from Pembroke, MA

        Verified Buyer
        Helpful Reviewer

        Pros

        • Easy To Install
        • Lightweight

        Cons

        • Not the best instructions

        Best Uses

        • Towing

        Comments about Imperial Maxi-Kool® XL Transmission Oil Cooler:

        Seems to be a decent system. There could be better information regarding identifying the in and out lines from the transmission. Also the 4ft of hose is not enough.
        So far no issues.

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        (6 of 11 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        oil cooler does the job

        By makomark

        from maryland

        Verified Buyer
        3 or more reviews submitted

        Pros

        • Durable
        • Easy To Install

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Everyday Driving
          • Towing

          Comments about Imperial Maxi-Kool® XL Transmission Oil Cooler:

          Physical mounting straight forward (depends on your vehicle). This is the third one I've installed in towing vehicles, this year.

          Actually made by Hayden.

          Lowers trans temps at least 20 deg F in the late summer towing 10K #.

          • Car & Truck:
          • Mechanic, Truck Enthusiast

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          (6 of 11 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Maxi-Cool XL Transmission Cooler

          By Q-Ball

          from Southfield, MI

          Verified Buyer
          Helpful Reviewer

          Pros

          • Easy To Install
          • Lightweight

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Everyday Driving

            Comments about Imperial Maxi-Kool® XL Transmission Oil Cooler:

            This unit was installed in a Cadillac Escalade EXT. The Cooling capacity is greatly improved over the original cooler.

            • Car & Truck:
            • Truck Enthusiast

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            (11 of 18 customers found this review helpful)

             
            3.0

            Pretty Simple Install

            By BuzzBaitMan

            from Clarksburg, WV

            Verified Reviewer

            Pros

            • Easy To Use

            Cons

            • Not Enough Hose

            Best Uses

            • Trucks

            Comments about Imperial Maxi-Kool® XL Transmission Oil Cooler:

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            • Q:

              what size inlet/outlet size barbs are on this unit. what size hose is used to install.
              Asked on 7/23/2012 by Bob from Houston, TX

              1 answer

              • CUSTOMER CARE

                A:

                This Imperial Maxi-Kool® XL Transmission Oil Cooler (Part#243012) is having Inlet Size: 0.375 inches, Outlet Size: 0.375 inches. The size of the hose may change according to the vehicle application. In order for us to further assist you, would you please provide us with the year, make, model and engine size of your vehicle application or you can contact us directly at 1-877-ADVANCE (238-2623) or visit your nearest Advance Auto Parts store for further assistance.

                Answered on 7/24/2012 by Rick from AAP
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