that's pretty much what i've been told pete. my trans cooler started leaking after my last trip to the track. when i mentioned it to some other guys, they were surprised i was even running one. i had planned to replace it with braided line, AN fittings, and a new cooler. but, i'm thinking i might try a season without and see what happens. might help get some heat into the trans and converter quicker too (for the first run of the day, or when there's a couple hours between runs and the trans is colder). i guess a trans temp guage might be a good investment if i go that route.
thanks for the input guys. i still welcome other opinions/experience on the subject.