Whats do you use to monitor trans temps

[kimanderson98642]

I tow with a Dodge 2500 with a Turbo Diesel and I would like to better monitor the Trans Temps. I don't really need or want a programmer so no need to spend extra money on those. What do you all use to watch your Trans Temps, Exhaust Gas Temps and other vital Info.

Thanks for your Opinions and advise.

[KenBob]

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/at...model/ram-2500

[X-Treme]

I use an Edge Insight CTS. It's like a programmer, but strictly a monitor. Allows you to choose MANY different parameters. Plugs right into the OBDII port. Easy peasy japanesey. Works GREAT!!

[rnkburg]

If you just want gauges check out the options at www.egauges.com

I have the autometer ultra lite in my dodge, the Chevy I have a tranny gauge and one on the edge monitor. I have a 3n1 gauge in that truck on top of edge that monitors egt, boost, and fuel pressure

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[Hansel]

I have a "A" pillar mounted ISSPRO gauge kit that monitors my EGT's and transmission temp.

[Bluewater]

I just look at my trans temp gague right in the dash...came standard equip.

[Jim W]

Since you have a 06; I would recommend either the A-Pillar mount with the Boost, EGT’s, and Transmission gauges or just the dash pod and two gauges EGT’S and transmission. The pods can be factory match in color and the gauges can be factory match too. Even if you stock it is good to know what the EGT’s are so you can let the turbo cool down on the 06.

For EGT’s you will need to drill a port in the exhaust manifold for either gauges or a monitor on your 06. I would highly recommend the EGT gauge for your truck regardless if stock or modified.

Now on the transmission gauge you will either need to cut the line and install a port for the probe or use an ACU-Temp Adapter. This mounts on the output line and reads the outgoing transmission oil temperature although the reading will be between 20 and 30 degrees cooler that actual oil temperature. I used this ACU-Temp Adapter for a year before adding a Mag-Hytec pan so the probe is now in the oil pan. See photo below for my set-up.

For the Boost gauge you add a simple boost bolt to the air-horn for this reading.

These can be purchased from Geno's Garage with all of the instructions and the necessary parts required to use them and our factory match gauges.

Jim W.

[kimanderson98642]

Thanks Jim, I love the looks of your setup. I like the simplicity of the edge system but not sure if it is as accurate as the system you have but I will have to look around to find a shop that could quote an install. I have a little mechanical knowledge but I don't know about cutting Tranny lines and drilling out manifolds. Thank you all for your suggestions and now I will get to investigating and shopping.

[NCCamper]

I use an OBD 2 bluetooth scanner, and I have an app called Torque on my Droid phone. It is a really good setup, and fully programmable to scan several outputs from the computer, transmission being the most critical for me.

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[KYFamily]

I've had the guage pod before and now have the Edge CS to monitor my guages. I love the edge. I can monitor more things than I know what to do with. It also allows me to check my injector balance rates and clear engine codes if any pop up. No mechanical guage will do that.

[hankaye]

Howdy All;

I use a ScanGauge II < www.ScanGauge.com >
Very easy to use plugs into the OBDII under the dash
Also has a trip monitor and a performance Monitor you
can set up. Also scans all fault codes and resets them
when you've fixed'em.

hankaye

[rosede]

Originally Posted by KYFamily

I've had the guage pod before and now have the Edge CS to monitor my guages. I love the edge. I can monitor more things than I know what to do with. It also allows me to check my injector balance rates and clear engine codes if any pop up. No mechanical guage will do that.

I also have the Edge CS. I bought it for better fuel economy, and better towing. It didn't perform the way that I was hoping, but I love the ability to monitor my truck.

Normally I can't see the RPM and MPH because of the steering wheel. I have to peer around the wheel to see how fast I'm going, and what my RPM's are. With the Edge CS, I can quickly see those gauges, and I have the transmission temperature gauge right in the center.

I've always been concerned about the tranny temp and now I can quickly see what the the temp is. The only time that it gave me any concern was last summer. I was pulling across Iowa in 100 degree heat. The transmission got up to 209, but always stayed in the green. I don't know how hot is to hot, but it seemed to be okay, so I just kept going.

[RGene7001]

I use nothing.
Transmission temperature is monitored by vehicle computer unless this is a very old model. In the worse car scenario there should be warning on the screen or limp mode engaged.
Usually there is not much of heat production when torque converter is locked and it stays this way in all times except the moment of gear change or while standing in D or R.
Once I touched my cooling lines after driving about 500 miles over some rolling hills and the incoming was only moderately hot while outgoing ( to the transmission) very close to ambient temperature.
I usually lock out 7 or 6 and 7 gear depending on wind and terrain.

[Jim W]

Originally Posted by RGene7001

I use nothing.
Transmission temperature is monitored by vehicle computer unless this is a very old model. In the worse car scenario there should be warning on the screen or limp mode engaged.

The problem is by the time the idiot light is turned on in the truck/car it will be too late to prevent the transmission oil from being damage from heat. The ECM will not protect the transmission since the oil is all ready damage.

I have seen when not towing a high of 230F reading on my transmission gauge for the transmission oil. This occurred doing low speed driving on the Needles highway (87) in SD. I was using the engine exhaust brake and transmission to maintain the Highway speed as we descended the mountain trying not to use the service brakes; so when I need them they would be available to use. So to me the transmission oil gauge is very important as are other gauges that I have added. With an accurate gage you can take preventive action to prevent either further damage or prevent damage to a major component.

When we got home the transmission oil and both of the filters were changed along with the install of a AL MAG-HYTEC pan and the additional amount of 2-1/2 quart oil capacity.

Now when towing I normally see 180F maximum temperature in the transmission oil.

A retired machine design engineer who does not believe in IDIOT lights.

Jim W.