installing B&M trans cooler - has anyone used the plastic zip ties that come with it?

[5VZFE]

installing B&M trans cooler - has anyone used the plastic zip ties that come with it?

They sure seem convenient, and I doubt that B&M would include them if they're likely to fail. If anyone can provide some insight or a link to a thread about this, I'd appreciate it. Thanks.

 

[the great him]

im using them on both my coolers with zero issues

 

[Millerad1651]

Used them 2 years ago to install mine, and not a problem.

 

[blackmoon]

I haven't installed mine yet but from reading other's posts it seems they hold up pretty well. The only complaint I can see is if you needed to remove the radiator for any reason you would also have to remove the trans cooler. Taking the time to fabricate a bracket system may be worth it if you have time.

 

[LittleCaesar]

I have used a non B&M set for fourteen years on the same automobile, so use them with confidence.

 

[5VZFE]

Thanks to everyone for the quick replies! I'm planning to mount it on the front of the a/c condenser. Where did you guys install yours?

 

[slapdappy]

The Oracle of trans cooler install, BigFishAllDay, used them. So.....

 

[kishanSR5]

I mounted my B&M 70264 on the AC condenser using the supplied plastic zip ties just like you are planning to do. It fit pretty well and wasn't difficult to mount up. Hardest part was getting those old factory rubber lines off the hard lines. Here's a link to the thread I used to install mine.
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/113445-another-b-m-70268-install-pics.html

 

[jmildoc]

I used them to install mine almost a year ago been through all kinds of crap and pressure washer and everything, yesterday it was still there.

 

[dirtbike250x]

As everyone said the zip ties work, but a solid mount is ideal IMO if you have the time. I mounted mine and used one of the metal brackets that also came with the kit and the other holes were already there. More detail in my build thread link in Sig. But more of a gap between the condensor and B&M will provide a more efficient cooler.

 

[slapdappy]

If you want to do a solid mount I suggest this to make it easier:
install it using the plastic zip mounts then bend and form the mounting brackets, then cut off the zip mounts, then do the solid install.
trying to form and bend the brackets with the cooler already fixed in place makes the job infinitely easier. yes, infinitely. not just somewhat or greatly, but infinitely.

 

[poleclimber63]

fine

I just did an engine replacement and I had a single cooler installed with the supplied zaps through the rad and ac condenser. When I took everything apart, I was careful and dis-assembled saving the straps. When I re-assembled everything I re-installed using the same straps and I also installed a 2nd cooler --- both strapped just to the ac condenser. worked like a charm. Its been 2 mo. and everything is tight. No problems. Make sure you use the rubber spacers.

 

[money_pit]

i used them to hold up my hayden 678. no issues what so ever.

 

[tre9er]

Currently using them, yes.

 

[THatfield]

When I installed mine my dad rigged up a system of brackets for a more secure hold and to give some breathing room between the two. I can take a picture or two if you'd like.

 

[nevada]

If you want to do a solid mount I suggest this to make it easier:
install it using the plastic zip mounts then bend and form the mounting brackets, then cut off the zip mounts, then do the solid install.
trying to form and bend the brackets with the cooler already fixed in place makes the job infinitely easier. yes, infinitely. not just somewhat or greatly, but infinitely.

yup. this. if you're going to do hard mounts, do it this way.

the plastic tie mounts will work, but a solid mount is better.
have seen results of them being used over the years, they can end up working into the rad....

 

[Robb235]

I did not use the plastic ties, but instead went with the bracket install. If I had gone with the ties, and then needed to remove my radiator, where would I find more of those ties?

 

[Arnezie]

installing B&M trans cooler - has anyone used the plastic zip ties that come ...

I did not use the plastic ties, but instead went with the bracket install. If I had gone with the ties, and then needed to remove my radiator, where would I find more of those ties?

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00I0MRPSK?pc_redir=1405637938&robot_redir=1

http://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS/555/53500/10002/-1

 

[slapdappy]

where would I find more of those ties?

uuuhhhhmmm, the auto parts store.

 

[slapdappy]

more of a gap between the condensor and B&M will provide a more efficient cooler.

I may be wrong but I disagree. You want the trans cooler quite close to the a/c condenser, maybe 1/4-1/2", similar to the thickness of the corner pads when using the zip mounts. Too much space between them will substantially reduce the draw through the trans cooler created by the fan. As I understand it the trans cooler's impact on the a/c condenser's efficiency is so nominal it is irrelevant, while maintaining air draw through the trans cooler is critical.