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Originally posted by f5fstop:
Can't answer all, but just to say, read my previous posts. I have stated that using a full underbody shield when off-roading will probably cause no problems, if it is a temporary item. The problem is, GM assumes you will leave whatever they sell on the vehicle at all times. This is the problem. I don't care if you are going 100 mph, if there is no airflow around the trans, and the heat generated by the trans and the cats is trapped, it will cause the trans fluid to degrade at a faster rate. I do not mean to imply it will show an overheat condition, it will just heat it up and cause it to degrade faster than designed (the severe maintenance schedule). If the engine flashes a code for overheated trans fluid, you have a big problem.
Will you notice this slippage? No, it will be gradual overtime, until it is a problem. Someone driving a vehicle, where the trans starts to slip over a period of time will not notice this slippage, it will be so slight, it will seem normal...........................
My last words on the subject are: You whatever you wish to use, chances are in some cases the trans will fry outside of warranty. Just don't bash the manufacturer; GM, Chrysler, etc., if it does fail.
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Well, I guess you and I have re-hashed this to the point of repeating ourselves.....
The above post does bring about something you touched upon earlier and definitely has merit. As you and I both stated, the belly pan will increase the temperature and as you also stated before, it would be wise to follow an increased service interval (i.e., change the fluid more frequently) should one choose to go with a full belly pan.
I think where we may still disagree is whether or not the increase will be significant enough to cause damage (especially if one decreased the time between transmission flushes), but as you said it would probably be imperceptible to the driver.
In any case, I guess we'll have to agree to disagree unless one of your transmission engineers wouldn't mind giving his input.
Take care and happy trails.
Sean