Castrol ATF Type F tranny fluid...

[DavidT]

Is it a good product to put into my 90?

 

[Speedy_91_SHO]

Use the search feature. It will give you better results thumbs_u and not make members mad at you for having to respond to the same kinds of posts over and over again. I recently wondered the same about my 91+. I searched and found most people like either Redline or GM Synchromesh. I am going to go with the GM Synchromesh when I get a chance.

 

[DavidT]

I have read many posts on the subject... (did not use the "search" per se...) but I haven't seen anyone mention Castrol Type F.

 

[shojuan]

Well if you just want to put a basic conventional type F then the Castrol is probably as good as any and likely to be better than some!

 

[DavidT]

I know this topic has been "abused", but... does a gen.1 have the option of using Type F OR Mercon III?

 

[NotSoSlowSHO]

dkautumna:
I know this topic has been "abused", but... does a gen.1 have the option of using Type F OR Mercon III?

I believe the issues are with model year '89 only...

I have an '89, but the trans was rebuilt so it's all good.

 

[X-15 SHO]

I'm running Castrol ATX Type F in my tranny (89) and noticed nothing, but I'm in need of new blocking rings and some synchros. I'll drop it soon and replace them and put my new Castrol back in. Honestly thought since I put my clutch in and new Castrol fluid, it seems as if my 3,4, and 5 gears are harder to engage (rings), but my 1-2 assembly (synchros & rings) are bad and seem the same and 1st is acting up more then before too. Will see the results though after my rings are installed and 1-2 synchro assembly.

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