WQHAT FLUID DO YOU GUYS / GALS RECCOMEND, im confused about all this synchromesh stuff, i just want to know whats the best and most reliable

 

hmm lets see

honda makes manual transmission fluid. ding ding ding!

 

but should I use gm synchromesh fluid?

 

id only use the gm synchromesh if your trans has any grinds ... if no grinds stay with honda fluid

 

Honda MTF

If it ain't broken, why fix it?

 

there's supposed to be fluid in the tranny?

 

honda MTF.

 

how about honda mtf with lucas transmission additive
and how much fluid do i need for this tranny?
3 or 4 bottles?
and then compensate for additive?

 

honda mtf

 

2 quarts

just keep it simple, if you were confused, why confuse yourself even more

just stick with what i and everyone else said, honda mtf

 

I would go for Honda MTF.

Redline and Royal Purple is great if you got the extra money.

 

i might go for something extra like Redline MTF is there any specific redline fluid?

I want something more than just HOnda MTF,
has anyone used Honda MTF with an additive?

Would you guys reccomend me using GM synchromesh even though i dont have any grinds, basically I want some extra protection and prevention without harming the tranny...
let me know whats possible and safe
like using GM synchromesh from the start
or and additive etc.
thanks guys

 

Honda MTF is the best if you have no grinds.

I have used BG syncomesh (same as bf goodwrench) and I like the Honda MTF better

 

It seems to me that you're more interested in getting a sticker with whatever you put in your tranny, than the well being of it. Look how many people have recommended Honda MTF... it might be for a reason.

I've read some pretty negative tests where people have ran it (Lucas additves) through a box with "simulated" gears, and have gotten bubbling at high rpms (this is bad!). Oil is designed to run on its own, not with an additive. Take chemical engineering, you'll realize that most of these products are pure hype.

Also, so many people seem to be on this Royal Purple bandwagon (spare me the flaming) but I have yet to see any positive proof that it is any better than the regular, cheaper, more proven counterparts.

At the end of the day, it will probably make absolutely no difference what you put in, as long as you're happy with it.


Modified by maks at 9:17 AM 6/2/2006

 

ok i think im going to go with the honda mtf. should i add the lucas additive for something extra?

so i need 2 quarts of HONDA MTF for my M2A4 transmmission

 

what fluid provides best lubrication for the tranny, I want the tranny to be smooth as hell since I have never had a smooth tranny and the swap came with no reverse
WHAT A SWEET DEAL lol

 

Honda MTF, no additives

you will be straight man.... i swear!

 

I use HMTF

 

ok guys after consensus, im going with the HONDA MTF no additives
2 quarts from Honda dealership

 

HONDA TECH OWNS!

im a noob...there i said it

 

2 Quarts?

If I remember correctly, tranny takes 2.1-2.2 litres, Canadian dealerships sell HMTF in 1 litre bottles... meaning you need 3

Just fill it up until it overflows (but make sure your car is absolutely leveled)

Good luck!

 

Yea you do need to buy 3 bottles of Honda MTF. Even though you will only used a fraction of the 3rd bottle. This is how Honda makes money . Just save the extra for your friend or next fluid change.

 

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helms says to use 10w30, i would use 2 quarts honda mtf and .1-.2 quarts 10w30

 

Does anybody know how much fluid to put in after putting the motor back in and having a completely empty tranny? Sorry to threadjack.
BTW: Ive had great luck with honda mtf..

 

it's only been mentioned 2-3 times above?