2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission Auto Trans Fluid

[DLBurns]

Gonna change my trans fluid, don't have a clue as to what type to get

ATF+3 or ATF+4???

01' truck with Suncoast TC & VB

Any help would be appreciated

Dave

 

[B.G. Smith]

Lots of +3 available but it is my undersanding that +4 is only available from dealer. bg

 

[Bodybomber]

My trans shop recomends 7176 fluid only for our trucks. I tried a name brand performance blend and my ney converter shuttered like mad. Switched to the 7176 and never looked back.

 

[B.G. Smith]

Originally posted by Bodybomber

My trans shop recomends 7176 fluid only for our trucks. I tried a name brand performance blend and my ney converter shuttered like mad. Switched to the 7176 and never looked back.

Who makes the 7176 and where is it available? bg

 

[Bob Wagner]

Dave, If you like firm shifts go to dextron/mercon atf+3 available at costco for 12. 00 a case



Before that I ran amsoil universal atf +4 for 30 k mile great stuff but it will cost yourabout 6. 00 qt versus 1. 00/qt fo the mercon



I am happy with the mercon so far, much firmer shifts.





I run a modified transmission too

 

[Chipstien]

Hey Bob, FYI Dexron III/Mercon and ATF+3 are different. Like you I run the Chevron Dexron III/Mercon from Costco and in the past have ran the Amsoil and the Redline High Temp ATF. I like the feel of the Dex/Merc better in both the trans and my wallet. I do add a bottle of Lubeguard too..... great stuff. (red bottle)

 

[Mel Swanson]

Buff... I did some research on the ATF oil. Try this for more than you wanted to know.



https://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/showthread.php?threadid=91760

 

[Blakers]

My transmission guy, Dave Goerend, suggested using Dextron 3 in my 47RH. It worked great!

 

[rrausch]

Not to stir the pot, but I still use ATF +3, type 7176 from the good old dealer.

Yup... good oil is expensive, but not as expensive as good iron.

 

[rweis]

Had DTT upgrade. ATF+3 now. Before DTT, stock 47RE ATF+4.



Let's see, change ATF every 12k, drive truck 360K = 30 changes. 5 gallons / change. ATF+4 at DC $30 / gal, AFT+3 $10 /gal. $100 per change difference.



30 changes x $100 per change difference = $3000. Just about pays for the DTT upgrade.





Bob Weis

 

[DLBurns]

Originally posted by Bob Wagner

Dave, If you like firm shifts go to dextron/mercon atf+3 available at costco for 12. 00 a case



Before that I ran amsoil universal atf +4 for 30 k mile great stuff but it will cost yourabout 6. 00 qt versus 1. 00/qt fo the mercon



I am happy with the mercon so far, much firmer shifts.





I run a modified transmission too

Seems to be alot of different opinions on this subject

I'm gonna call Joe at Suncoast and see what he reccommends but I'm leaning towards the ATF+3... I'll be changing it often enough not to have to worry to much about it. I want the firmer shifts also.

Thanks Bob!!

Just ordered a new pan gasket and filter from Jerry at Mag Hytek. . great people to deal with!!

 

[cyborg]

I've been using RTF from TCI, availible at Summit or Jegs. If I remember correctly its $12 per gallon.



The best recommendation I have is that I use it in My Cherokee with NOTICABLE improvements. Of course I also change it annually, that probably helps.



I have experience using it in a couple of full time units.

 

[mcoleman]

I'm using ATF+3 which is a type 7176 fluid according to the bottle. Both Wal-mart and Oreilly Auto parts carry it.