ATF+3 vs. Atf+4? | BobIsTheOilGuy
Jun 21, 2005 · ATF+4 is backwards compatable with ATF+3. THe Cf is the same for the two fluids. ATF+4 has better cold and hot temp. performance and is more restant to oxidation. You can use ATF+3 anyplace ATF+4 is called for. I really do not see why you would want to do this though! ATF+4 is a really good fluid!!! What I like to do is order C+ATF from Redline.
ATF: Amsoil Signature vs Toyota WS vs Idemitsu
Dec 22, 2021 · Ravenol seems a lot like the idea behind Idemitsu, but I can't find published specs/data on it, so that's a red flag. MaxLife ATF looks like a competitor to Amsoil and it is actually certified for use in Toyota Aisin transmissions, but it just doesn't get the same level of rave reviews and people claiming it fixed existing issues.
ATF+4 vs Universal ATF. | BobIsTheOilGuy
Jul 31, 2010 · I am stocking up for spring service on my JKU, have Amsoil 75w90, 75w140, ATF+4 for powersteering & T case, but wondering if using Amsoil ATF in my trans (W5A-580 Auto) is worth the risk since it is a universal ATF? Or just buy synthetic ATF+4?
Who is using ATF in your power steering system?
Jan 7, 2025 · No problem in the subsequent 45K miles thus far. The Owners manual calls for Mopar PSF +4 or ATF +4. I'll replace the ATF +4 fluid in my power steering reservoir next time I replace the ATF +4 automatic transmission fluid and filters in the transmission around 93K miles.
How to apply ATF/Acetone antiseize mix | BobIsTheOilGuy
Feb 5, 2016 · The ATF-Acetone mix was a “home brew” mix of 50 - 50 automatic transmission fluid and acetone. Note the “home brew” was better than any commercial product in this one particular test. Our local machinist group mixed up a batch and …
Understanding ATF technical data | BobIsTheOilGuy
Jan 3, 2004 · The second most important ATF spec is the Brookfield viscosity for the low temperature fluid behavior. Google: Instrumental Approach and Improvement of the Low-Temperature Determination of ATF Fluidity Author: Theodore Selby; Savant, Inc. Presented at the 63rd Annual STLE Meeting & Exhibition Cleveland, Ohio, May 18-23, 2008
High and Low viscosity ATF. | BobIsTheOilGuy
Dec 17, 2013 · There have been many OEMs which recently have changed from a heavier viscosity ATF to a lower viscosity. Several reasons have been given, but one is for fuel economy. DEXRON-III was a high viscosity fluid and DEXRON-VI is a low viscosity fluid. MERCON-V was a high viscosity and MERCON-LV is a low viscosity fluid.
ATF Fluid instead of Hydraulic Fluid | BobIsTheOilGuy
Aug 21, 2002 · I use primarily the larger single-stage HB gear pumps, but the smaller two-stage pumps run very well on ATF. I have used both hydraulic oil (ISO 32/46) and ATF and I prefer ATF by a wide margin. The ATF comes up to temp sooner, is essentially a …
Using transmission fluid to clean an engine. | BobIsTheOilGuy
Jan 28, 2005 · Then, he says to let the engine idle until it has reached its normal operating temperature. Then, you drain the oil, with the ATF in it, and replace the oil and filter with new. He said the ATF won't hurt the engine (especially the bearings, like some motor flush products can) and the "detergent power" does a good job of cleaning.
Mercedes ATF 134 FE | BobIsTheOilGuy
Nov 18, 2005 · It does, it is for current 7-speed and previous 5-speed AT. I have Shell ATF-134 in my 2000 E430. ATF-134 is not the same as ATF-134 FE. Shell actually makes two fluids for that reason, 134 (meets MB spec 236.14) and 134 FE (meets MB spec 236.15). The 134 FE fluid is for the newer 722.9 transmissions produced after June 2010.