RE: Fluids (ATF, Diff)

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    Fluids (ATF, Diff)

    i want to change my dif and tranny fluids in the near future. since this is the first time i have done this are there any secrets to it?

    also what tyoe if fluids should i get? i am thinking of getting amsoil but i dont know if there s anything better ect..... also does amsoil make ATF?
     
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    I used Redline in my old car: MT-90, Shockproof, scotty's blend, etc. Then I get my Forester that comes with the OEM fluid and I can shift into 1st gear going ~5 mph. You won't be wrong if you go OEM for this stuff--especially with a 20% discount. ;)
     
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    Yes, amsoil does make a atf fluid. If you want some amsoil prices, let me know. I sell all my amsoil stuff for cost plus sales tax.

    Russ
     
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    Trick to the rear diff:

    Get about 4' of hose that will clamp onto the end of your funnel. Rune the hose down to your rear diff. Fill with ease :)

    I use my 1/2" drive on the end of my breaker bar to just click into the drain plug and fill plug. Make sure it's a snug fit; dont wanna strip those out!
     
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    ne idea how amsoil ATF holds up?

    is it kind of a concenus that ams oil is the way to go?

    p.s. Russ pls pm or post up some prices. i want to do both diffs and tranny.

    thanks
     
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    I use redline no slip. It works.
     
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    well, the atf is $77 a case and the diff fluid is $74 a case (divide by 12 for quart prices). Just let me know what you need and such and I can make sure I have it on hand.

    Russ
     
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    does anyone have any idea how much i will need? or where i can find out?
     
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    tranny will take 2.5 bottles.
     
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    this is for an auto correct?
     
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    nope, depends on the auto. It should say in your owners manual. Rear diff is 1 quart and the front diff varies a bit. I will see what I can dig up.

    Russ
     
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    cool, thanks for the help. wow only 1 quart in the rear diff i thought it would be more.
     
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    2000 impreza RS auto

    i bought some 80w90 gear oil and replaced the front dif just a week ago. after i drained the old stuff out i realized the stuff i had isn't for a limited slip, so i haven't replace the rear yet.

    i plan on replacing the front again and the back. i dont race or anything, i just want the car to last a while and still respond well to spirited driving.

    do i go oem? or what particular oil would you recommend for me?

    thanks.
     
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    it should say in you're owners manual, otherwise, go to a checker or napa and they should be able to tell you...checker did for me at the meineke meet
     
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