ATF+4 In an 833?

Posted By: RangerDan440

ATF+4 In an 833? - 09/10/08 06:52 PM

Transmission guys-thoughts? Isn't 4 designed for higher temps?

Re: ATF+4 In an 833? - 09/10/08 07:01 PM

My advise is don't do it Your 833 is better protected by gear oil. Also had a problem years ago shifting using atf in a HD 3 spd changed over to gear oil problem solved

Posted By: Spike

Re: ATF+4 In an 833? - 09/10/08 07:01 PM

A little ATF+4 Info!

Posted By: Pacnorthcuda

Re: ATF+4 In an 833? - 09/10/08 07:04 PM

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My advise is don't do it Your 833 is better protected by gear oil. Also had a problem years ago shifting using atf in a HD 3 spd changed over to gear oil problem solved

But be sure to use GL-4 lube and NOT GL-5! Synchros will work better, last longer

Posted By: DJVCuda

Re: ATF+4 In an 833? - 09/10/08 09:05 PM

ATF worked for my dads challenger he bought new for 112,000 miles. We rebuilt the tranny 2 years ago - it needed a 1-2 shift fork, seals, bearings and gaskets.

guess what went back in it? ATF!

Jamie Passon makes a fluid on his own that I;d recommend as well.

Posted By: In_The_Pink

Re: ATF+4 In an 833? - 09/10/08 11:51 PM

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My advise is don't do it Your 833 is better protected by gear oil.

100%

80W90 gear oil works great.

ATF is for automatics.

Posted By: kenworth_goose

Re: ATF+4 In an 833? - 09/11/08 12:44 AM

ATF works much better than gear oil. Add a quart of lucas.

Posted By: 70shaker

Re: ATF+4 In an 833? - 09/11/08 08:18 PM

Use Penzoil Synchromesh gear oil and the trans will shift like butter.

Posted By: Cudajon

Re: ATF+4 In an 833? - 09/11/08 09:22 PM

Posted By: DaytonaTurbo

Re: ATF+4 In an 833? - 09/12/08 04:56 AM

I've heard good things about GM Synchromesh for the fwd 5sp's, but for an 833, why not get Passon's mystery super lube?

Posted By: RangerDan440

Re: ATF+4 In an 833? - 09/12/08 04:13 PM

thanks guys, especially for the ATF+4 info page

Ive always used ATF in my 833 and never had a problem, always shifts nice; I didnt know if the the +4 was much different than +3 though, and I thought if it was designed for higher temp use (thinner, maybe less viscous) than maybe I would use gear oil or a differnt ATF.

Im putting a new clutch in this weekend and while the trans is out, Im going to go through it, change the fluid and seals, etc

Posted By: LAR_414

Re: ATF+4 In an 833? - 09/12/08 04:52 PM

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Use Penzoil Synchromesh gear oil and the trans will shift like butter.

How is it when it's cold out?

DId you Change from one type of fluid to this?

Posted By: LAR_414

Re: ATF+4 In an 833? - 09/12/08 04:53 PM

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I've heard good things about GM Synchromesh for the fwd 5sp's, but for an 833, why not get Passon's mystery super lube?

I wonder if Jamie can chime in on the benefits of his lube stuff?

Posted By: Spike

Re: ATF+4 In an 833? - 09/12/08 07:01 PM

Here is some info on Amsoil's Synchromesh trans fluid.
Click on the MTF fluid for more info.

Posted By: 451Mopar

Re: ATF+4 In an 833? - 09/13/08 01:04 AM

I have been using the Red Line MTL and no problems. Here is their web page:
http://www.redlineoil.com/products_gearlubricants.asp?categoryID=7

Posted By: Anonymous

Re: ATF+4 In an 833? - 09/13/08 01:09 AM

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My advise is don't do it Your 833 is better protected by gear oil.

100%

80W90 gear oil works great. ATF is for automatics.

I am in this camp////

Posted By: tecmopar

Re: ATF+4 In an 833? - 09/13/08 06:53 AM

I have always mixed my own, about 1/2 80-90 and and 1/2 ATF. If its to slippery the stop rings don't stop correctly and wear a little faster. I've been doing this since the '60's and no trouble at all, what the other guys are selling is nothing new either.

Posted By: TOMRR

Re: ATF+4 In an 833? - 09/14/08 05:53 PM

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Use Penzoil Synchromesh gear oil and the trans will shift like butter.