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Old Oct 8, 2009 | 02:16 PM
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Default high hp guys, what do you use for tranny fluid???

I'm needing some input on what tranny fluid everyone is running on your high hp setup. I'm currently running a stock tranny w/stock lsd. Any input is appreciated. I've tried searching, but nothing. high hp guys, what do you use for tranny fluid???
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Old Oct 8, 2009 | 03:55 PM
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Default Re: high hp guys, what do you use for tranny fluid???

I have been recommended to run a shock proof 30wt.
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Old Oct 8, 2009 | 03:57 PM
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Default Re: high hp guys, what do you use for tranny fluid???

i use oem honda tranny fluid in a stock gsr trans with lsd.
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Old Oct 8, 2009 | 04:17 PM
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Default Re: high hp guys, what do you use for tranny fluid???

Originally Posted by 0554
i use oem honda tranny fluid in a stock gsr trans with lsd.
im not high power(500), but i use the same in stock gsr trans
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Old Oct 8, 2009 | 06:07 PM
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Default Re: high hp guys, what do you use for tranny fluid???

OEM Honda Fluid, GM Syncromesh, Penzoil Syncromesh, Redline MTL... Ive used them all and they all work well....
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Old Oct 8, 2009 | 07:03 PM
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Default Re: high hp guys, what do you use for tranny fluid???

I'm currently running penzoil syncromesh. will it hold up for 765whp Or should i go OEM tranny fluid
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Old Oct 8, 2009 | 07:06 PM
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honda oil ftw!!!!!lol
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Old Oct 8, 2009 | 07:10 PM
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Default Re: high hp guys, what do you use for tranny fluid???

Originally Posted by dynamicperformance1llc
honda oil ftw!!!!!lol
damn right man MTF FTW!!!!!
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Old Oct 8, 2009 | 08:08 PM
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Default Re: high hp guys, what do you use for tranny fluid???

With the PPG and Amsoil the shift is very smooth and it's actually pretty quiet for the type of trans that it is.... Never ran it on the Liberty I had so I have nothing to compare to....
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Old Oct 8, 2009 | 08:29 PM
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Default Re: high hp guys, what do you use for tranny fluid???

I don't make alot of power but I use that redline shock proof stuff. Very very stinky
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Old Oct 8, 2009 | 08:31 PM
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Default Re: high hp guys, what do you use for tranny fluid???

Not high power but I picked up some klotz 70w90. My tuner recommended it, I want to see how it compares to Honda MTF.
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Old Oct 9, 2009 | 07:33 AM
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Default Re: high hp guys, what do you use for tranny fluid???

I ran Royal Purple synchromesh for the last couple years without issues. recently switched over to Torco RTF and its pretty nice. Still on the stock trans for the moment.
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Old Oct 9, 2009 | 08:19 AM
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Default Re: high hp guys, what do you use for tranny fluid???

Originally Posted by S2Integra
Not high power but I picked up some klotz 70w90. My tuner recommended it, I want to see how it compares to Honda MTF.
if it is remotely like any other 75w90 and it is a syncro tranny you may have an issue getting it into gear. (well thats just my exp)

and steve yes, shock proof frikin stinks. we use it in all the shelbys with tranny brakes.
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Old Oct 9, 2009 | 08:50 AM
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Torco RTF
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Old Oct 9, 2009 | 09:05 AM
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Default Re: high hp guys, what do you use for tranny fluid???

Originally Posted by reaction360
I ran Royal Purple synchromesh for the last couple years without issues. recently switched over to Torco RTF and its pretty nice. Still on the stock trans for the moment.
How long have u been running the Torco RTF?
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Old Oct 9, 2009 | 02:28 PM
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neo synthetic 85w
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Old Oct 9, 2009 | 02:41 PM
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Default Re: high hp guys, what do you use for tranny fluid???

Good info... I've been wanting to try that Royal Purple synchromesh, but hadnt heard from anyone else using it... Might have to get some for my new trans. and try it out...
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Old Oct 9, 2009 | 04:24 PM
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Default Re: high hp guys, what do you use for tranny fluid???

Royal Purple Xtreme gear oil 75w90 or Redline extreme shock fluid here... I like the redline stuff.
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Old Oct 9, 2009 | 04:32 PM
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Default Re: high hp guys, what do you use for tranny fluid???

Originally Posted by HR-1320
I don't make alot of power but I use that redline shock proof stuff. Very very stinky
me too.but the light stuff in my stock trans and the gforce oil in the gforce and you think the redline is sticky...lol
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Old Oct 9, 2009 | 04:58 PM
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Default Re: high hp guys, what do you use for tranny fluid???

we use the red line red color. pain in the *** to get in our trans takes about 30 kin just to feed 5 quarts in. dont they also make a green?

dont think it stinks that much just a biotch to clean up.
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Old Oct 9, 2009 | 05:22 PM
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Default Re: high hp guys, what do you use for tranny fluid???

there is green and a gold color too.
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Old Oct 9, 2009 | 07:15 PM
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Default Re: high hp guys, what do you use for tranny fluid???

Originally Posted by MFactory
Torco RTF
For those running the stock synchronous trans, won't this stuff be a bit harsh on the synchros? Or would that assumption be overstated? I'd like to try it, but I'm a bit hesitant to run it on my trans given the additives in it are probably going to burn through the brass.
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Old Oct 9, 2009 | 07:17 PM
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Default Re: high hp guys, what do you use for tranny fluid???

The additives in it work perfectly fine with yellow metals
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Old Oct 9, 2009 | 11:02 PM
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Default Re: high hp guys, what do you use for tranny fluid???

more info......... bump!

thanks for all the response guys!
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Old Oct 10, 2009 | 12:02 AM
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Default Re: high hp guys, what do you use for tranny fluid???

think people should also post if they are running a syncro tranny or not
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