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Flow Rate in Transmission return line?

I was thinking of installing an inline spin-on hydraulic oil filter on the return line of my 93 850's transmission cooler line. I'm aware of IPD's version, but I'd prefer to have something with a spin-on element so I can change it whenever I feel like it without spending $30.

What I don't know is the flow-rate of the return line. Any guesses? It's gotta be less than 25-30 GPM. It's just a cooler line on a relatively small application...

Here's a link of what I was thinking of: http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/wcs/stores/sevlet/NTESearch?storeId=6970&N=0&Ntk=All&Ntt=hydraulic%20filter&Nty=1&D=hydraulic%20filter&Ntx=mode+matchallpartial&Dx=mode+matchallpartial

Thanks for the help!!

Jeff








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    Considerably less than 25 gallons per minute .... ~0.5 gal/minute at idle

    I've flushed the ATF in the transmissions of four of my 240's using IPD's kit (their hose). To do this, put the hose on the radiator's output fitting, and let the engine idle for a time as you fill up about 2 quarts of waste fluid, then stop the engine, refill two fresh quarts down the dipstick tube, then run the engine again,... and on.

    So, watching my containers fill up, although I didn't time it with a stop watch, my recollection of my impression is that it takes about 1 minute to fill a half gallon (2 quarts).

    Just remember, though, that this was at idle -- I don't know how a higher rpm will effect the fluid's flow rate.








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    Flow Rate in Transmission return line?

    I was unable to find an ipd in-line filter.... could you please direct me to the location?
    In general, return line filters require careful consideration. They must have bypass valves in the housings, (essentially a "partial-flow" type of arrangement as opposed to a "full flow") otherwise a restricted filter will result in a pressurized oil return line, including the oil cooler (which is normally designed to run at full flow for effective operation), as well as causing fluid starvation to the transmission.
    I've seldom heard of any "real world" complaints about the quality of the internal filters in modern automatic transmissions. You can find plenty of advice on adding an oil cooler to the transmission line, an idea that seems to have a great deal of support, and with which I happen to agree, but an extra filter? Perhaps others feel differently, but I'd question the advisability of introducing any element which might restrict the flow of fluid, particularly in a well documented, and well known piece of machinery.

    Marty
    '96 855T








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      Flow Rate in Transmission return line?

      The "IPD filter" is a 3/8 inch Magnefine filter. This filter is designed for this application. It has a strong magnet which catches lots of wear dust, and a built in bypass if it clogs. It lasts a long time, so no need to change it often. I have used it in my Volvos for years amd highly recommend it. I posted a photo on this BB some time ago of the magnet with trapped "dust" piled up on it from filter I cut open. It is amazing what floats around in the tranny (and power steering) oil.








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        Flow Rate in Transmission return line?

        Although the flow rate is still well beneath your threshold, the 850 and 960 transimissions flow much, much faster than the old red engine cars do. I typically pour in 2 quarts to start with and then fire the car up and it can pump out 1 gallon almost as fast as I can pour in the remaining two quarts. If I had to take a guess at it I would say it probably moves around 3-4 gallons a minute.

        Mark







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