Thread: What do you think of this trans pan?

Just wanted to know if you guys think this thing is worth it - https://zzperformance.com/3800/trans...ssion-pan.html
I do trans filter/fluid changes every 30k miles and this will really help reduce the mess since I can just drain the fluid and then drop the pans. But also wanted to know if any of you had experience with this pan and if it actually reduces heat by cooling the fluid?

Not worth it, imo. There's a regular (dorman?) one with a plug. O'rielly even carries it, I think.

If you really want to step up the pan, a few members discussed this one. No one has feedback on it ..yet. http://www.grandprixforums.net/threa...from-cartuning

I like the cartuning one, just note a couple things. There's added capacity, but that takes up space. This pan will sit lower, not so good for lowered cars.

The added fluid advantage would best be used with a cooler, adding a further step and expense.

I was going to do all that when I did the Trans-go. Moved, so that took care of that. Maybe when it needs rebuilding.

Dont think I'll have problems with it taking a bit more space since my cars not lowered. So would I need to add an extra 3 quarts if I were to get this pan, or would I be fine running the same amount of trans fluid I usually refill (About 9 quarts)?

Is that the zzp pans or car tuning one? If its the car tuning one it doesnt look that big.

Originally Posted by Felix

Is that the zzp pans or car tuning one? If its the car tuning one it doesnt look that big.

Cartuning one is a big ol' thing. Should catch a little cool air under there.

I haven't hit my Cartuning pan on any speed bumps. My car is lowered but not much. About an inch with GMPP Koni kit minus 1/2 inch for drivetrain spacers:

Originally Posted by bcmonzai

I haven't hit my Cartuning pan on any speed bumps.

They advertise a significant cooling effect with this big pan. Have you seen a difference?

Been waiting for an owner because I'm still waffling over it.

My Scan Gauge died before I installed the Cartuning pan. So, I cannot confirm their cooling effect.

I did get my Scan Gauge repaired and hopefully, the car should be back on the road next month. Will let you know.

I bought and installed the dorman pan from Adv Auto with no issues, it's got the drain bolt. Got it for $30 w/ a coup. For the price you pay, it's a huge benefit to be able to do a quick drain n fill.