ok, why the Trans cooler? What gears does Expy have? If it has 3.73 it already has the tow package and larger trans cooler. How big is the boat you are towing, don't forget they are very aerodynamic, vs say a camper, alot easier to tow.
I would agree why change those hoses? I agree that you are poking the bear, and wouldn't do them. I can understand doing a new thermostat and coolant bit not the hoses
Don't understand the engine and Tranny mounts either?
I’ve never replaced any of those hoses, none. They’re original.
With regard to ‘why tranny cooler’ this is also a ‘rather have it and not need it than...”.
My boat rig is approximately 3200-3500lbs fully gassed and loaded. I’ve made this drive from Chicago to Florida many many times. It’s 50% of the total mileage on my truck (185,***). It is a long grueling run.
There’s a section of this run through Tennessee on I-24 that snakes through steep mountains and I don’t want to heat up the tranny.
I drive straight through breaking only for gas and brief naps if I get sleepy driving at night. Otherwise it’s a constant run for engine and tranny.
Same for engine/tranny mounts. They are original. I’ve always changed them on my daily driver cars but neglected replacing on my truck. I always noticed smoother my vehicles were w fresh mounts besides it’s my understanding that keeping engine tranny alignment helps extend life of tranny and drive line.
Shoot, that just reminded me to check u joints etc!
