Re: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID

[Andrew Duane USG <duane@hunch.zk3.dec.com>]

Hairy green toads from Mars made Sean_Ford@idx.com say:

> To:   SClough
> Sam,
> I think you're heading down the right path here. I'm not sure if any
> updates were brought online in regards to the auto tranny, but I do believe
> the early automatics presented some problems. Though I'm sure Mr. Andrew
> Duane will have a thing or two to add to this subject.
> 
> I would recommend either the Redline or the Mobil 1 as superior products.
> Before someone flames me, I do not have a Phd in this arena, I'm simply
> going on rumor and innuendo. There I said it. Either way, synthetics are,
> IMO, the way to go.
> 
> The bad news is, there is no auto transmission fluid dipstick delivered
> with the car, so the DIY'er is out of luck. Simply pick up your fluid of
> choice, drive it to a COMPETENT mechanic (dealership if necessary) and have
> them change it out. I think Craig Niederst may want to chime in here; if
> memory serves, something about an improperly filled auto transmission.

Ahh, but in many cars, the dipstick can be ordered for a few $,
and installed in 30 seconds. In '95, the dipstick tube was removed
as a running model change, so some people (like me :-() are SOL.

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