avalonjim

On ‎26‎/‎02‎/‎2018 at 2:08 PM, campbeam said:

Yes, particularly if you are going to be towing that weight. I would also be inclined to also change the transmission fluid to a full synthetic which has a better temperature range.

ATF Life and Temperature Relationship.docx

Synthetic Transmission Fluid.doc

Toyota Camry ATF Transmission Fluid Flush.docx

I have recently done a transmission fluid flush and change of ATF to full synthetic [on the latest project car which will be used to carry 2 adults and groceries].

For many years, I have been using XADO additives to the drive train, mainly for preventative maintenance reasons. I have just updated my eBay Watch List with the following: 

https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/XADO-NEW-Revitalizant-EX-120-Automatic-Transmissions-TUBE-9-ml-SUPER-PRICE/262831254273?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649

https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/XADO-Gel-Revitalizant-EX-120-Automatic-Transmissions-SUPER-PRICE/120961238644?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649

 

Thanks for your tips Ashley, I'll definitely run with them. I had a look at coolers and you can pick up the supposedly superior 'stack plate' designed ones for not much more than the others so I'll go with that I think. Any suggestions on that front?

Hi there,

Relatively recently I inherited an '04 Mark III Avalon Grande (219,000 km) which is in great mechanical condition. I absolutely love it and do not want to part with it (the ride quality surpasses big late model European sedans I have driven). I'm preaching to the converted here though..

I am also the owner of an old 5 metre fibreglass boat. I have seen wildly varying estimates but I believe the total weight including the trailer and accessories is no more than 1500 kg. I am yet to take it to a weighbridge. The trailer is braked and in very good condition.

There is plenty of power on hand to pull it but I am worried about the transmission. Should I be? And if so would the installation of an aftermarket transmission cooler be of benefit?

I can't justify buying a diesel 4wd as my daily just to tow a boat throughout the summer.. 

Any advice and suggestions would be much appreciated!

Jim