Before You Buy: 2011-2016 Super Duty 6.7L Cooling Upgrades

Posted by Corey Decker on 8/8/2021 to Before you Buy

Part of the reason someone goes after a 2011-2016 F250 or F350 6.7L Powerstroke is because of the towing capabilities. It does not matter if you are using your truck to haul things for work or if you are hauling a fifth wheel to your favorite lake for a family camping weekend. There are a lot of things that can be done to help with towing or hauling capabilities such as airbags, add-a-leaf kits, or even an upgraded hitch. Though one of the most important things to beef up when trying to build the absolute best tow rig is your Super Duty's cooling ability. Towing heavier loads puts a large strain on your engine and transmission (especially when towing uphill) so it's important to take a look at things like upgraded Radiators, Intercoolers, oil coolers, and things to help keep your transmission cool.

Radiators For 2011-2016 F250 & F350 6.7Ls

One thing that can immediately improve your truck's cooling capabilities is swapping out the stock radiator with an upgraded one. For example, this 2011-2016 F250 & F350 6.7L Super Duty Mishimoto Aluminum Primary Radiator is advertised to offer up to 30% more cooling capacity than your OEM radiator which helps you keep temperatures down and horsepower up. Mishimoto also crafts this radiator utilizing lightweight high-quality aluminum and hand-welded to ensure a perfect fit as well as a great under-hood appearance. They also use specially designed brass fittings to ensure leak-free performance. This particular radiator also completely reuses the stock radiator mounting points for a quick and easy installation. Another option you could look at is to just add something like the 2011-2016 F250 & F350 6.7L Super Duty Mishimoto Aluminum Secondary Radiator instead of replacing the entire primary. The Mishimoto Secondary Radiator features a 16% increase in cooling tube surface area, which helps you keep temperatures down and horsepower up. Mishimoto constructs this secondary radiator utilizing high-quality aircraft-grade aluminum with a 100% brazed aluminum core that's 19% thicker than the factory one. Adding a secondary radiator can help keep your engine cooler while it is hard at work.

2011-2016 F250 & F350 6.7L Super Duty Mishimoto Aluminum Primary Radiator MMRAD-F2D-11V2

Intercoolers For 2011-2016 Super Dutys

Something else that could be added to your Super Duty that can help it keep cool while towing is adding a brand new upgraded intercooler. One product to look at for this is the 2011-2016 F250 & F350 6.7L Mishimoto Performance Intercooler (Black). Crafted from TIG-welded cast end construction this product is more durable than brazed or welded end tanks which eliminate the usually leak points. The intercooler, pipe, and boot kit helps to boost flow by twenty-two percent over the stock intercooler. Mishimoto promotes that the increase is translated to a dyno-proven 40 lb-ft of torque gain without requiring any other modifications. The pipes and silicone couplers that are included with the intercooler also help increase overall durability thanks to Duracore Technology. Also when it comes to installation no tunes are required to make this thing work on your truck. It does not matter if your truck is stock or modified this will work in your 2011-2016 F250 or F350 6.7L Diesel. In addition to the previously mentioned black this also comes as 2011-2016 F250 & F350 6.7L Mishimoto Performance Intercooler (Blue) and 2011-2016 F250 & F350 6.7L Mishimoto Performance Intercooler (Silver). Depending on what works best with your specific build.

2011-2016 F250 & F350 6.7L Mishimoto Performance Intercooler (Black)

Oil Coolers For 2011-2016 F250 & F350 6.7Ls

Something else to look at is to upgrade from the factory oil cooler. One example of one that you can look at upgrading to is the 2011-2019 F250 & F350 6.7L Mishimoto Replacement Oil Cooler. This oil cooler works well for daily driven trucks and is created for many different driving applications. Mishimoto created this product to eliminate the factory liquid to liquid oil cooler and replacing it with a liquid to air cooler, thus taking the pressure off of the primary cooling system. This cooler measures 17.4in long, 7.5in tall, and over 2.5in thick to give your truck next level cooling capability. As part of the design, oil is fed into the cooler utilizing two stainless-steel braided -16 AN lines for adequate flow in even the most dire and demanding situations. This also includes a bar and plate design that helps it to withstand road debris and the elements alike. Also included is a CNC-Machined aluminum adapter plate that bolts directly to the engine in the stock cooler location as well as brackets to support the lines and make install a breeze. In addition to the one previously mentioned we also have the 2011-2019 F250 & F350 6.7L Mishimoto Performance Silver Oil Cooler and 2011-2019 F250 & F350 6.7L Mishimoto Performance Black Oil Cooler which is the same one mentioned above just in a sharp silver and an aggressive black that's seen below.

2011-2019 F250 & F350 6.7L Mishimoto Performance Black Oil Cooler

Complete Cooling Kit For 2011-2016 6.7L Super Dutys

If you are looking to build the ultimate tow rig and want something that is a one-stop-shop, our friends at Mishimoto also have you covered there. The 2011-2016 F250 & F350 6.7L Mishimoto Heavy-Duty Cooling Bundle includes everything needed to completely upgrade your truck's cooling power. From a brand new primary and secondary radiator to new pipes and hoses Mishimoto replaces the stock setup with a kit that is sure to add dependability and performance. The stock setup on these Super Dutys is not too bad, but if you use your truck to tow or haul a bunch of stuff it may be worth looking into replacing stock components with this upgraded kit. Along with the previously mentioned Intercoolers and Radiators, this kit also includes brand new houses and an upper support bar. The support bar features heavy-duty steel construction that firmly secures to your truck with cast-steel anchor points. The point of the bar is to minimize the amount of front-end flex which helps improves your truck's rigidity and saves the radiator. The hoses that are included with this kit are constructed from high-grade silicone with heat-resistant embedded fibers for superior heat and pressure tolerance. These hoses also include pre-installed quick-disconnect fittings to make installation as easy as the stock hoses. Mishimoto also created these hoses with softer bends than the factory to increase airflow and improve the overall performance of your intercooler. Constructed using high-strength quality aluminum, the piping is far superior to the plastic factory stock pipes, which not only ensures long life and dependability but also looks great in the engine bay of your Super Duty. The kit also includes brand new hardware to help your engine last longer including cast thermostat housings, magnetic drain plugs, and CNC-Machined Aluminum Quick-Disconnect Couplers.

2011-2016 F250 & F350 6.7L Mishimoto Heavy-Duty Cooling Bundle

Transmission Coolers for 2011-2016 6.7L Super Dutys

Though your engine does work hard while towing, something else that may be worth looking into beefing up cooling-wise is your transmission. One product to take a peek at in this regard is the 2011-2016 F250 & F350 6.7L Mishimoto Transmission Cooler. This product from Mishimoto combines the power of air and liquid cooling with easier stock integration to create something for your Super Duty that is second to none. The hard lines that come with this product are molded for a secure connection from the factory cooler to the additional tube and fin cooler. The design also adds 1.17 quarts of fluid for optimized heat management. Mishimoto also specifically created this product to provide a perfect fit to the 2011-2016 6.7L Super Dutys. They also craft this product with a long-lasting 6061 Aluminum material that is durable and second to none. It is also created with a pair of robust steel powder-coated brackets that mount directly to the truck to ensure the cooler stays put no matter what you need your truck to do. Mishimoto also includes 19 rows of fluid tubes and internal tubulated fins to maintain peak operating temps for your transmission. It is also important to note that this particular product is created to work with the 6R140 TorqShift transmission. It also comes with application-specific hardlines for a secure connection between the OEM and Mishimoto transmission cooler.

2011-2016 F250 & F350 6.7L Mishimoto Transmission Cooler

Transmission Pans For 2011-2016 F250 & F350s

Something else that can help your transmission keep cool and last longer is upgrading the transmission oil pan. Something like the 2011-2019 F250 & F350 PPE Heavy-Duty Deep Aluminum Transmission Oil Pan (Black) seen below should work out nicely. his product addresses all of the major issues of Ford's original factory pan in one swoop to ensure better and longer-lasting performance out of your Super Duty. PPE designed it to include deep external cooling fins that radiate heat and help the engine operate at much cooler temperatures than stock. Its thick cast aluminum construction also makes it a lot more durable than the stock product as well. PPE was also sure to include a hardened billet stainless steel drain plug which also contains a magnet that helps to hold ferrous metal particles, keeping them away from damaging your engine's vital internal components. Thanks to Zinc-plated Allen head mounting hardware, this product has bolt-on installation that requires little to no modifications to install on your truck. In addition to the mounting hardware, it also includes side gussets that provide additional strength. PPE specifically engineered this product to fit 2011-2019 Super Dutys so installation is easy and it also provides an additional 7 quarts of oil capacity. Making it a total of 14-quart capacity makes a huge difference. It also includes a limited lifetime warranty from PPE for your peace of mind.

2011-2019 F250 & F350 PPE Heavy-Duty Deep Aluminum Transmission Oil Pan (Black)

Though your F250 or F350 is created to tow some really heavy stuff it helps to add some extra modifications to help it tow or haul that same stuff further than before. How someone drives with a load and load placement also plays a huge key in hauling or towing something safely but when it comes to getting the most out of your truck, making sure it stays cool under duress is of the utmost importance.

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