scott schmerge
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Pentosin ATF1 is made to oe spec for transmission (what I’m running now). 5 quart jug will run you $80 on amazon. Drain and fill is about 5.5-7 quarts. AB sells lifeguard 6 from zf for about $27 a quart plus shipping. They sell a kit for the filter change (including 7 quarts of fluid) for north of $300, if I recall correctly. I’ve used this kit and it was pretty hassle free. If feeling adventurous, also swap out the mechatronic sleeve (additional purchase)...sometimes these develop a leak and only way to replace is by dropping the pan. AB has a great video outlining the repair.Thanks for your replies.
Regarding fluids for tranny, diffs and transfer case - Fancy $$ fluids required from dealer or Atlantic British or the like, or are there alternative aftermarket options?
Some say Mercron SP is ok (ford zf fluid for same transmission), but my experience with that fluid was not great. Mercron SP did not cause issue, just caused Trans to hold gear a bit longer and harsher than desired 2-1 shift after about 1000 miles.
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