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After reading for the second time in your column that a transmission oil cooler needs to be fitted to the BA Falcon, I approached my dealership, who strongly advised me not to fit one because it could overheat the system when towing a caravan, and it would also affect my warranty. Would you correct your advice so no one is misled?

I find the advice you received most interesting. To suggest an oil cooler would cause ``the system'', whatever that means, to overheat is contrary to industry advice. This says fitting an external transmission oil cooler is good insurance if you plan to tow in hot weather over long distances. I do agree your warranty would be affected. It would no longer cover parts modified to fit the cooler, but an installer should provide a warranty to cover this work.

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