Feel free to down-shift (if tranny doesn't do it) and keep engine near on top of torque curve and keep suitable speed.
Down-shift can also assist in ensuring your converter remains locked-up during the climb, as overdrive may cause the converter to slip and cook the oil over time.
Temp gauge in the tranny is one thing you could add to see where you are at.
If you find trans temps are high, you can get aftermarket or larger transmission coolers to increase the cooling efficiency.
Bigger exhaust and chip for increased power and cooler egts. But I'd consider boost and egt gauge if you want to up-size the exhaust. (lots of threads on this)
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