OK, I stand (actually, I sit) corrected. I'm 0 for 2 today, so far!
Dick Benjamin
----- Original Message -----
From: A. Foster <monkeypuzzle1@xxxxxxx>
To: <mailing-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Wednesday, June 19, 2002 2:44 PM
Subject: IML: Hemi Engine Tranny Coolers
> Dick;
> I just thought that I should add that the transmission coolers on 54'
> Imperials, or any early hemi, are independent of the radiator. They have a
> housing to the left of the water pump that contains the transmission
cooler
> so it could be taken out and rebuilt if need be. It is a funny affair
where
> the transmission cooler is acting as a heat exchanger with the coolant
flow
> of the engine rather then with the outside air like the radiator mounted
> types.
> One P.I.A with these engines is that they have the generator and P.S
pump,
> in tandem, mounted over the left side of the engine making it a hassle
> getting the valve cover off to get at the spark plug holes. Still another
> P.I.A is getting the starter motor off with the exhaust attached but I
don't
> think that is unique to early hemis somehow.
> Best Regards
> Arran Foster
> 1954 Imperial Newport
> Needing A Left Side Tailight Bezel and other trim parts.
>
>
>
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