Ppe thermal bypass
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SKU #: PPE-125070000
MPN #: 125070000
PPE Transmission Fluid Thermal Bypass Valve 8L90 20-25 GM 3.0L Duramax LM2/LZ0
Description
Add another measure of protection and increase fluid flow to transmission cooler. Increase cooling capacity with this easy-to-install billet aluminum PPE Transmission Fluid Thermal Bypass Valve for the GM 8L90 8-Speed transmission.
The OEM part has restrictive internal passages. When the OEM valve fails in the open position, transmission fluid doesn’t reach your cooler. This can be caused by mechanical failure or debris. The result of stock valve failure can cause the transmission to dangerously overheat. Without properly cooled transmission fluid, the demands of towing and rigorous stop-and-go driving conditions shorten the life of transmission components. The PPE Bypass Valve eliminates the extremely restrictive mechanical factory valve, maximizing fluid flow to and from the transmission cooler.
For further protection, a Neodymium magnet equipped service plug with O-ring seal has been added. The removable plug traps ferrous debris and can be accessed to remove particles from the system. The factory bypass valve does not have this feature.
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FEATURES & BENEFITS:
- Maximizes fluid flow to and from the transmission cooler
- Billet aluminum construction
- Direct fit with OEM 8L90 8-speed transmission and fluid lines
- Service plug with Neodymium magnet and O-ring seal
About PPE (Pacific Performance Eng.)
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Originally founded in 1985, Pacific Performance Engineering (PPE) is leading the way in the progression of diesel performance. Their roots started them in the diesel performance industry installing other manufacturers kits and components, which led to the release of their original product, the Duramaximizer, in 2001 to improve upon the power and efficiency of the LB7 Duramax, and is still in use today. Today, they are known for manufacturing dual CP3 kits, their line of Xcelerator programmers for numerous applications, upgraded oil pans, and nearly anything you can think of to improve the power and extend the life of your Duramax, Cummins or Powerstroke.
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Overall rating: 4.6666665 / 5 from 9 reviews.
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Review topics: ["cooler","install"].
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Reviews
PPE TRANSMISSION BYPASS
"Exactly as described & shipped fast!"
Amazing
"Best thing I ever did for my 2023 Duramax 3. 0. Transmission averages around 125 degrees constantly. Pulling boat (6000pds) got to 135 degrees. Massive drop from 194 degrees which it ran from the factory."
Work's great keeps transmission cooler
"Work's great keeps transmission cooler when towing and not towing"
Happy with purchase
"Keeps temps about 10-15 degrees cooler looks good fit perfectly even has a magnet to catch debris very happy"
Easy install. Be sure drain
"Easy install. Be sure drain plug is tight"
You need it!
"Great product! Dropped my temps and paired this with the bigger trans cooler!"
Peice of mind
"Easy instal, quality part. and with the PPE transcooler and PPE transpan and a fill up of over 2. 5 gallons of AMSOIL trans fluid I should have a solid trans for a long time. "Hopefully""
Quality part
"Quality part compared to stock. Piece of mind knowing its not going to fail like the stock Thermal bypass will in time."
Q&A
- Can I install this without upgrading my trans cooler? Do you have instructions to install this? Will it void my warranty?
- This can be installed with an oem trans cooler and will not void your warranty. https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0611/8539/2883/files/125069000_Install_Guide_v5.pdf?v=1679940629