Hayden 1046 Engine Oil Cooler

Hayden 1046 Engine Oil Cooler

The Hayden 1046 engine oil cooler is a performance-rated aluminum Swirl-Cool unit built for applications that need stable oil temperature control. With a 14.000-inch length, 6.000-inch height, and 1.500-inch thickness, it provides a compact cooling solution for a wide range of Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, Ford, Cadillac, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac vehicles.

Hayden’s Eng Oil Cooler line focuses on practical thermal management for street and heavy-duty use. This Hayden 1046 uses a 1/2 FPT connector fitting and aluminum construction for efficient heat transfer in demanding engine oil cooling applications.

Key Features

• Part number: 1046
• Type: Swirl-Cool engine oil cooler
• Material: aluminum
• Performance rated for demanding applications
• Dimensions: 14.000 in. length, 6.000 in. height, 1.500 in. thickness
• Connector fitting: 1/2 in. FPT
• Direct-fit style for many classic and late-model truck and car applications

Product Details

This engine oil cooler is built to help manage oil temperature in vehicles that see towing, hauling, stop-and-go driving, or sustained high-load operation. The Swirl-Cool design supports heat dissipation through the aluminum core, making it a practical choice for owners servicing older GM trucks and vans, as well as select Ford and performance applications. If you are searching for a Hayden 1046 engine oil cooler for a Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, GMC Sierra 3500, or Ford Mustang, this unit matches a broad range of confirmed applications.

This part cross-references 53314 and 241046 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• High engine oil temperatures during towing or hauling
• Oil breakdown from extended high-load driving
• Heat buildup in older cooling-system setups
• Reduced oil cooling performance from a worn or damaged cooler
• Service replacement needs on confirmed Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, Ford, Cadillac, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac applications

Installation Notes

Verify connector type, fitting size, and available mounting space before installation. Confirm compatibility with aftermarket components before installation, especially on older vehicles and modified cooling systems. Body fitment includes applications such as Fits 2001-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, N/A; Fits 1995-2002 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, N/A; Fits 1992-1995 Ford Crown Victoria, N/A; and Fits 1975-1986 Chevrolet K10, N/A. Always compare the existing cooler dimensions and port configuration to the Hayden 1046 before installation.

Quality Assurance

Hayden manufactures this engine oil cooler as a performance-rated aluminum component for oil temperature control across a wide range of vehicle applications. The Hayden 1046 is listed as an aftermarket replacement, not an OE replacement, and is supported by confirmed interchange references for application matching.