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Old 04-10-2014, 01:18 PM
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Just out of curiosity, I have a ls trans that needs fluid changed asap. I have some pennzoil 15w-40 around, can I use that as the fluid? I understand the viscosity could be amn issue but I used 10w-40 last time and they are both 40 weight oils. Any input?
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sure no harm done, just recommended you change it sooner then if you used Honda MTF.
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I was wondering the same thing I'm drawing mine now I got 80w90 gear oil will that work ?
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Is an LS Manual Tranny different? I've always been told either 10w-30 or Torco MTF as better options instead of Honda MTF for my manual tranny (D-series).
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Originally Posted by motocrossracer9
I was wondering the same thing I'm drawing mine now I got 80w90 gear oil will that work ?
that seems rather HIGH lol 80/90 but I'm not sure if gear oil goes by the same properties it should tho.


@tomcat nope just a long gear b-series trans
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That's what smelled like what was in it . What should I get then motor oil or a thinner gear oil
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Amazon.com: Genuine GM Fluid 88900399 Synchromesh Friction Modified Manual Transmission Fluid - 32 oz.: Automotive Amazon.com: Genuine GM Fluid 88900399 Synchromesh Friction Modified Manual Transmission Fluid - 32 oz.: Automotive
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I always hear GM synchromesh is best fluid. Everyone IV seen with an accord 6speed has been happy with this fluid
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80w90 is going to destroy your transmission.
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Originally Posted by MMMGIRL
Just out of curiosity, I have a ls trans that needs fluid changed asap. I have some pennzoil 15w-40 around, can I use that as the fluid? I understand the viscosity could be amn issue but I used 10w-40 last time and they are both 40 weight oils. Any input?
check your owners manual.

dont do things because you see others doing them...

if you dont have the owner's manual downoad it from the internet
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