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Old May 1, 2003 | 12:18 AM
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What kind of trans fluid?

I know its a weird question, but I have a manual, I removed the trans last week and some automatic transmission fell out of it. I thought there was only supposed to be grease in there. Is anyone using ATF in their manual out there? And are you using Ford or GM brand. As far as I know those are the 2 major ones used. I would like to put the same stuff back in it. Thanks for the help
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Old May 1, 2003 | 12:33 AM
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Drain all fluid from your tranny. If it is a manual transmission, I recommend Red Line MTL to replace whatever was in there.
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Old May 1, 2003 | 12:40 AM
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Neo 75W90
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Old May 1, 2003 | 01:46 AM
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Neo 75W90
I'm using Neo aswell. I noticed a big difference after I put that stuff in. I have yet to try Redline though, might give that a try next time around.
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Old May 1, 2003 | 03:47 AM
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The manual gear box uses fluid (oil) rather than grease.

Definitely use synthetic. Read the manual to get the weight and GL spec you need for it. Many folks have used Neo, Mobil 1, Redline (MT90, 75W90, or MTL), Royal Purple, etc. without problems.

-Max
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Old May 1, 2003 | 08:56 AM
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Royal purple 75w90 here
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Old May 1, 2003 | 09:45 AM
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Old May 1, 2003 | 10:02 AM
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AmsOil 75W90 for me....Think I may try something new next time...just cuz
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Old May 1, 2003 | 12:59 PM
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Use neo for your diff. and Redline MTL for your tranny.
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