Transmission oil cooler for engine oil

[cat007]

Is there any reason why using a transmission oil cooler as an engine oil cooler would be bad?

I've got one of these:

[pureadrenalin]

No, they are mostly designed for the same pressures, but transmission coolers normally have alot less flow so the inlet/outlet/piping tends to be smaller.

If you are happy with the size of the tubing on it, go for it. If its too small it will create more pressure drop.

[cat007]

Thanks for that. I'll check the fittings and see if they'll suit.

Also in regards to mounting it, would it pose a problem if I attached it to the front of the intercooler? Or should I think about putting it elsewhere?

[frost]

don't do it, there trans coolers for a reason, other wise they'd be called trans/engine coolers,
basically there far too small for engine oil flow,

[allencr]

Notice how it's one continuous piece of pipe, meters/yards long compared it one for oil that has many paths from the inlet to outlet. A log manifold in & out with a dozen or more narrow tubes in between. The narrow tubes may seem smaller but they have much more surface area to be able to dispose of more heat faster.

[CelicaGT8]

Your engine wont like you

[coupekiwi]

I lold

Do it.

[cat007]

Well in that case. Anyone wanting to buy a transmission cooler