whats the best tranny fluid to use?
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^That's what I've read/heard as well, but I've been using Redline since 60K miles (at 94K now) and I've never had a problem and still on original tranny <knocking on wood>. I'm sure OEM is fine as well, I just wanted to try something different, plus I seem to remember the shifts being a bit smoother.
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Originally Posted by fuzzy02CLS
When it comes to the auto, stick with the Acura/Honda OEM fluid.
if oem fluid is the best, then why are the stock tranny so weak. i just though using a aftermarket fluid would help out the tranny alittle ?
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Originally Posted by 2CLean
^That's what I've read/heard as well, but I've been using Redline since 60K miles (at 94K now) and I've never had a problem and still on original tranny <knocking on wood>. I'm sure OEM is fine as well, I just wanted to try something different, plus I seem to remember the shifts being a bit smoother.
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Originally Posted by 916CL
if oem fluid is the best, then why are the stock tranny so weak. i just though using a aftermarket fluid would help out the tranny alittle ?
I use Redline D4, although I hear good things about the High Temp formulation (which Comptech also recommend's if S/C'ed). Just make sure it's compatible with Dexron III which is what newer Honda's/Acura's require.
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Originally Posted by 2CLean
OEM fluid supposedly has a special additive that others don't that helps prevent overheating, and promotes better lubrication, of the gears.
I use Redline D4, although I hear good things about the High Temp formulation (which Comptech also recommend's if S/C'ed). Just make sure it's compatible with Dexron III which is what newer Honda's/Acura's require.
I use Redline D4, although I hear good things about the High Temp formulation (which Comptech also recommend's if S/C'ed). Just make sure it's compatible with Dexron III which is what newer Honda's/Acura's require.
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I've used Amsoil Universal ATF which meets Honda Z-1 specs. I've had good luck with it. It doesn't break down as easily as the OEM Honda Z-1 stuff. It's more consistent with varying temps.
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I've used Amsoil Universal ATF which meets Honda Z-1 specs. I've had good luck with it. It doesn't break down as easily as the OEM Honda Z-1 stuff. It's more consistent with varying temps.
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Originally Posted by 916CL
if oem fluid is the best, then why are the stock tranny so weak. i just though using a aftermarket fluid would help out the tranny alittle ?
fluid & still the auto may crap out.
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Originally Posted by fuzzy02CLS
Trans fluid & auto tranny reliability do not correlate. You could run $100/quart
fluid & still the auto may crap out.
fluid & still the auto may crap out.
stock tranny + stock fluid = crap
stock tranny + aftermarket fluid = maybe alittle better
thats my thinking
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Originally Posted by fuzzy02CLS
Trans fluid & auto tranny reliability do not correlate. You could run $100/quart
fluid & still the auto may crap out.
fluid & still the auto may crap out.
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Originally Posted by SodaLuvr
Honda Z1 is junk, period, according to my new contact (fluid engineer) at a major automaker. ![Ninja](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/ninja.gif)
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Originally Posted by Allout
The thing to remember is that it's not a 100% failure rate. If you've got a good tranny and you're going to keep your car over 100K miles, you might as well do what you can to take care of it. I may be overly optimistic but I believe You can't base everything on the worst case scenario. ![2 Cents](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/2cents.gif)
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Originally Posted by 916CL
yeah i know but
stock tranny + stock fluid = crap
stock tranny + aftermarket fluid = maybe alittle better
thats my thinking
stock tranny + stock fluid = crap
stock tranny + aftermarket fluid = maybe alittle better
thats my thinking
Originally Posted by Allout
The thing to remember is that it's not a 100% failure rate. If you've got a good tranny and you're going to keep your car over 100K miles, you might as well do what you can to take care of it. I may be overly optimistic but I believe You can't base everything on the worst case scenario. ![2 Cents](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/2cents.gif)
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