68RFE/AS69RC Bar and Plate Transmission Cooler

Features:

• 360 cubic-inch high-capacity core
• 118% larger than factory cooler
• 28% larger frontal cooling area
• Heavy-duty bar and plate design
• All-aluminum cooler construction
• Fully TIG-welded end tanks
• Up to 30°F temperature reduction
• Improves transmission heat dissipation
• Helps prevent transmission overheating
• Quick-connect stock line fittings included
• Direct bolt-on factory fitment
• Built for towing and performance use

Keep Your Transmission Running Cooler Under Heavy Load

When you are hauling a trailer through the mountains or pushing your truck hard on a long highway pull, transmission heat can become a serious problem fast. The PPE 224064000 Bar and Plate Transmission Cooler is built to give your 2015-2018 RAM 2500 or 3500 the extra cooling capacity needed to handle demanding conditions with confidence. Its massive 360 cubic-inch core is 118% larger than the factory cooler, giving your transmission far more surface area to shed heat before it becomes damaging. Additionally, the larger frontal area allows more airflow to pass through the cooler, helping maintain stable temperatures even when towing heavy loads in hot weather. PPE designed this cooler to reduce transmission temperatures by up to 30 degrees, which helps protect against fluid breakdown, clutch wear, and sluggish shifting performance. The all-aluminum construction gives it a rugged feel that matches the hard-working nature of Cummins-powered trucks. What's more, the direct bolt-on design keeps installation simple by retaining the factory mounting points and using included quick-connect fittings with the stock cooler lines.

Engineered To Deliver Serious Cooling Performance

Unlike the factory tube and fin design, the PPE transmission cooler uses a heavy-duty bar and plate construction that offers increased cooling mass and greater durability under pressure. This design is commonly trusted in high-performance and heavy towing applications because it provides better heat transfer efficiency while standing up to harsh operating conditions. Dense louvered external fins help maximize airflow contact across the cooler surface, allowing heat to dissipate faster into the ambient air. Furthermore, the fully TIG-welded end tanks improve structural integrity and help prevent leaks that can develop over time in weaker designs. The all-aluminum build also improves pressure resistance, making this cooler an excellent upgrade for trucks that see aggressive use or added power modifications. PPE engineered the cooler to work with factory mounting locations and stock transmission lines, which helps preserve clean fitment without unnecessary fabrication. For drivers looking to maximize cooling performance even further, PPE also recommends pairing this cooler with their optional thermostat bypass valve upgrade. Together, these features create a transmission cooling solution that is built to support longer service life and more consistent transmission performance under load.

Fitment: 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 RAM 2500/3500

Notes:

• Fits 2015-2018 RAM 2500/3500 models
• Compatible with 68RFE and AS69RC transmissions
• Does not fit 2013-2014 RAM Cummins trucks
• Uses RAM 52014715AA as OEM reference
• Works with stock transmission cooler lines
• Includes new quick-connect fittings
• Retains factory mounting points
• No fabrication required for installation
• PPE thermostat bypass valve sold separately
• Bypass valve recommended for maximum cooling

Install Instructions