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manual transmission flush? 200 1977

posted by  ODGuru on  Sat May 25 01:44 CST 2002
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Oh,it DOES make a difference which fluid you use.

Your trans needs Type F ATF ONLY. Your northern location and winter eliminates the 30W oil option since you regularly get below the 10 C low point for the oil option.

Dextron or Mercon ATF is NOT usable in manual transmissions not designed for that fluid. It does not have the resistance to "squeeze out" or the "cling" necessary to stay between the gears as they mesh. You will end up with metal on metal as you drive, increasing wear and heat. The heat will eventually deteriorate the fluid so it no longer lubes well. After that point is reached, the tranny will go down hill fast.

The only gasket is the one for the Overdrive since it shares fluid with the trans. The only filter is for the overdrive and needs a "special" wrench with pins on it to remove the plug to access it once the OD pan is off. That filter is metal mesh and can be washed with mineral spirits or kerosene.

Duane






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