Re: [FWDLK] Fw: [FWDLK] New member in Southern California

[Terry & Andree Hoeman <tehoema@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

While we are on Tranny Fluid what is the difference with the "NEW" Mopar
tranny fluid?   Different than everything else and a bunch more expensive
also.
----- Original Message -----
From: Dave Stragand <dave.stragand@xxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <L-FORWARDLOOK@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Thursday, December 14, 2000 9:51 PM
Subject: Re: [FWDLK] Fw: [FWDLK] New member in Southern California


> CBK wrote:
>
> > Isn't type F for Ford trannies? Earlier on the list today I was advised
to
> > run Dexron. I'd sure hate to mess up my trans...
>
> Type F fluid will give a Type A trans harsher shifts, as it adds more
> friction (actually the F is for "friction" not "Ford"). Dexron/Mercon
> will give a Type A trans softer shifts, as it reduces friction.  An
article
> in Car Collector magazine claims that neither one will hurt a Type A
> trans.
>
> So, if you want smoother shifts, use Dexron/Mercon.  If you want more
> of a performance feel, use Type F.  Neither is "correct", but neither
> will hurt the trans.
>
> I checked with several rebuilders, including Aamco, and none
> have seen Type A for sale in the last 25 years.  The general
> consensus is that any Dexron/Mercon fluid, with a thingy of
> anti-foaming agent (available at any GM parts counter), is the best
> substitute for Type A.
>
> -Dave