"normal" operating temps for a stalled 4l60e

[Formula Z]

installing a trans temp gauge and was wondering whats the normal operating temp for a stalled 3600 4l60e? whats hot? new to a stalled trans so thats why im asking. seems 200ish would be normal? what about after its been beaten on a little bit? thanks

[c0ncEpT]

Did you bypass the radiator? "Normal" will vary depending on weather and driving style. But I would say that 170-210 would be normal.

[Formula Z]

yes im also installing a big trans cooler. and where should i mount the temp sender on the oilpan? thanks again

[1BADAIR]

i dont like them over 195 when beating.
the mustang has 2 coolers and you can beat on it all the time and never see 160

[ThreeHonks]

totally depends on what cooler you choose to run.

My trans ran at about 165-170 but most of that is because of my large and very efficient cooler mounted in front of the radiator. 200* wont hurt anything, but the cooler the better. Ideal spot for a temp gauge would be on the line that flows into the cooler.

[Boost Addict]

I used the stock cooler and also an additional small one and it very seldomly got over 180. Inline is the best place as it will give you the best representation of the actual temperature, however mine was in the pan because it was easier.

[c0ncEpT]

Never had a problem using the pressure port on the side of the trans. The fluid is hottest coming out of the trans on its way to the cooler at that point.

[JoeliusZ28]

Never had a problem using the pressure port on the side of the trans. The fluid is hottest coming out of the trans on its way to the cooler at that point.

thats where i mounted mine in my truck as well. easiest place to put it by far.

[Formula Z]

yeah and the gauge came with the temp sender which would need to be in the pan unless i went looking for additional parts. main psi port does seem like an ideal location due to simplicity. the temp sender actually looks like it will screw right into the port. so anything under 200 sounds good. i got a hayden cooler the biggest that would fit in front of the radiator

[Boost Addict]

Never had a problem using the pressure port on the side of the trans. The fluid is hottest coming out of the trans on its way to the cooler at that point.

I've read that people do not like putting them in that port on the 80e's due to the amount of pressure it sees. Don't know if it applies to the 60 or not.

[prorac1]

Putting it in the pan wont give you an accurate reading. It will read to low. In line just before the cooler is the best spot, but NOT in the pan. Eric L

[OIF1VET]

Glad I saw this thread.. Thought the pan was the place to be... Now I have to check my gage and see what the hell I really have...

[Formula Z]

anyone else hear anything about the psi being too high in the main pressure port?

[c0ncEpT]

I don't see how the PSI could ever be to high? Essentially all your doing is taking 1 bolt out and putting another one in. The new one just so happens to read temperature.

[OIF1VET]

I don't see how the PSI could ever be to high? Essentially all your doing is taking 1 bolt out and putting another one in. The new one just so happens to read temperature.

Sounds logical to me.