Installing the Transmission Cooling Scoop

Found this and thought I'd post it here.

http://www.fordracingparts.com/download/instructionsheets/FordInstShtM-5025-MBR.pdf

 

[CaliMR]

It can be done easily without even using a jack, wheels on the ground, if you have the right size ratcheting box wrench. IIRC clearance was an issue with a socket, since I only had a long socket in the size. I actually let my 13 year old nephew do it because he loves cars and has skinny arms to fit under there ;D

 

[Sesshomurai]

I can't even get my head under the car without ramps.... :'(

 

[CaliMR]

Neither can I, but my arms are just long enough to reach. I did it by feel ;D

 

[Justin]

Easy install for sure. four nuts (15MM) and thats it. I noticed a difference in how warm the shifter gets now. Much cooler.

 

[Justin]

here you go straight to the page

[pdf]http://www.fordracingparts.com/download/instructionsheets/FordInstShtM-5025-MBR.pdf[/pdf]

 

[Hermes]

The trailing edge of my scoop seemed to be loaded up against the trans when I installed it. I noted I would hear it 'ringing' whenever I hit a bump or even when I closed the door. Added a strip of thick hi temp duct tape on the edge that was contacting the trans and noise went away.

 

[CaliMR]

I don't think it is supposed to be touching like that, I will check next time the car comes out.

 

[jeepinocala]

Yeah just bend it back a bit. how do these do as for clearance? Speed bumps you know.

 

[CaliMR]

Mine scraped one time, on a deep dip I had to swerve into because some idiot stepped out into the street in front of me. I have not had any other issues, but I do try to hit them at an angle because I am used to a lower car.

 

[ArizonaBOSS]

I don't think it is supposed to be touching like that, I will check next time the car comes out.

You're correct--it should not be touching. The proper gap when installed is very small at the rear, however, maybe about 1/4".

 

[jeepinocala]

How much lower is the trans scoop?

 

[Sesshomurai]

How much lower is the trans scoop?

Lower than the cross bar it replaces? Probably 2" or so. When I get under to do my oil change I'll measure.

 

[Justin]

Mine seemed just a hair below the k member.

 

[jeepinocala]

When installed is the trans scoop the lowest point of the car?

 

[Justin]

I believe so but not by much.

 

[VoodooBoss]

When installed is the trans scoop the lowest point of the car?

The wheels are. The scoop is the second lowest.

 

[jeepinocala]

Im trying to decide if this would be good or just a damn shovel for dirt :

 

[VoodooBoss]

IMO it's not needed for street or strip. I've scraped mine several times on peaked driveways and speed bumps.

 

[Justin]

IMO it's not needed for street or strip. I've scraped mine several times on peaked driveways and speed bumps.

I put one on mine as the shifter and trans itself just got way to hot for the short 20mile drive home. since its in the shifter atleast feels cooler. But I think you are right probably doesnt do anything. I do like it for longer drives. figure that trans can use all the help it can get