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DISCUSSION => Engine + Driveline => Topic started by: thebigbadyeti on May 10, 2007, 11:56:31 PM

Title: Tranny Fluid?
Post by: thebigbadyeti on May 10, 2007, 11:56:31 PM

Hey guys... going to be changing gearbox and diff. fluid tomorrow... any reccomendations on fluid type and weight? any help is much appreciated... thanks

Title: Tranny Fluid?
Post by: Febi Guibo on May 11, 2007, 05:02:18 AM

I use mobil 1 synthetic (75-90) gear oil... lots of guys swear by redline though.

Title: Tranny Fluid?
Post by: thebigbadyeti on May 11, 2007, 09:16:43 AM

I was leaning towards mobil 1 seeing as i use it in the engine... ok, thanks... Just need peace of mind you know? lol. I love this car.... not bad mechanical shape for only $300....

Title: Tranny Fluid?
Post by: badboypolar on May 11, 2007, 11:39:48 AM

I know it sounds stupid but I use Honda MTF. It's like butta. Smooth as silk, seriously.

What can I say, I had an extra bottle and didn't feel like going to the store.