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what fluid do you use in your T5?

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Old 07-25-2006, 06:36 PM
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Default what fluid do you use in your T5?

I've been told automatic fluid is the way to go because it has less viscousity, which will equal more power. What does everybody here use?
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Old 07-25-2006, 06:38 PM
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Anyone like Royal Purple?
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Old 07-25-2006, 06:42 PM
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It's been foerver since I've changed it (forever since I drove it for that matter), but I think the stuff I use is Red Line.
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ATF III.

Dextron with mercon.

Royal purple is some good stuff but dont use gear oil.
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Old 07-25-2006, 06:45 PM
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are you guys all talking about auto tranny fluid?
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Old 07-25-2006, 06:48 PM
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Yes you use ATF Dextron 3 Auto tranny fluid in your T5. Call ford, or any parts store they will tell u the same.
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Old 07-25-2006, 06:54 PM
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GM SYNCHROMESH IS EXCELLENT STUFF
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Old 07-25-2006, 06:58 PM
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cool thanks guys
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Old 07-25-2006, 07:16 PM
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MANJUICE. it works really good. its homemade.
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