3B Limo

Archive for October, 2009

B&M offers a full line of transmission performance accessories, but five are of particular interest to hunters and fishermen. All are designed for easy do-it-yourself installation.
1. Auxiliary transmission oil cooler. If you want more than
100,000 miles out of your transmission, get one of these. For what it does, it just may be the most inexpensive performance product on the market. ($60)
2. Deep oil pan. In a nutshell—more oil, better cooling. This is a must for 4×4 owners who tow. B&M deep pans also offer a drain plug that allows easier service of the transmission. The pan has a filter extension, which places the filter down toward the bottom of the pan where it can draw in the coolest oil.
($45—s 125) 3. Remote Transmission Filter.The other transmission killer is contamination of the fluid. A remote fIlter makes it easier to access and change the filter. ($30)
4. Temperature Gauge.The optimum operating range of the transmission fluid is between 160° and 200° E Above that, the fluid starts to lose its lubrication qualities.The B&M gauge is an analog model that displays temperatures from 100° to 3500 F. ($45)
5. Valve Body Recalibration Kit. Improves shifts. More important, it helps reduce slippage, which reduces heat. (Shift Improver Kit: $30; Transpak: $55)