hammer, dumb question ?

Crazy Horse GT · 08-16-2002, 11:47 PM

on my 2k gtp, i have an eaod tranny, it has 30,000 miles when should i get the fliud changed?, it uses dextron- mercon 6, i was told it was ok for 100, 000, i dont really trust that?, your input is apreciated, thank's. marty.

surfbeast · 08-17-2002, 08:08 AM

Just my 2 cents. I have the aode/ 4r70W. I just changed the fluid filter etc. at 50K. I also installed an Art Carr shift kit. This kit really improved the shift feel and will increase the life of the tranny. When you get on it and it shifts to the next gear it feels like( MUSH )with the old unit. With the shift kit you can make it shift harder,firmer or really firmer. I changed it to the really hard mode and it really snaps your neck ( wife dosn't like it much ) . Also used full synthetic fluids. The kit cost 66 bucks from art car.com.

Good luck!

Maroon 5.0 LX · 08-17-2002, 08:33 AM

You are due for a fluid and filter change. Be sure and drain the torque converter too.

Best to stay away from the big chain transmission and quicky lube shops if you can. They can mess you up in a heartbeat. Try to find an independent shop, they usually provide better service, or do it yourself if you can.

Hammer · 08-17-2002, 03:15 PM

Surf and Maroon are right,

30k is a good time to go ahead and change your fluid.

Crazy Horse GT · 08-17-2002, 05:21 PM

thank's guy's, this is the first auto i have owned in year's apreciate the advice, it's wierd coming from a 69 stang-4-speed to a 2k, but i love this car, thank's again.

Crazy Horse GT · 08-17-2002, 05:34 PM

thank's guy's, this is the first auto i have owned in year's apreciate the advice, it's wierd coming from a 69 stang-4-speed to a 2k, but i love this car, thank's again.

08-16-2002, 11:47 PM	#1
Crazy Horse GT Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Sale Creek, TN. C. S. A. Posts: 4,652	hammer, dumb question ? on my 2k gtp, i have an eaod tranny, it has 30,000 miles when should i get the fliud changed?, it uses dextron- mercon 6, i was told it was ok for 100, 000, i dont really trust that?, your input is apreciated, thank's. marty. __________________ 95 gt vert, lot's of stuff, it aint slow. 04 sonic blue v - six my beater 89 rs camaro iroc turbo hood, other stuff, my wifes ride 84 lx stang cammed up 289 hi po, etc 65 falcon, maybe by the year 2020. black 00gt, gone but never forgotten. R H C- member # 1 o.b.c. da prez- member # 1 if your under 40 dont ask. goodbye for now odie,r.i.p. 11-27-03

08-17-2002, 08:08 AM	#2
surfbeast Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Maryville,TN Posts: 415	Just my 2 cents. I have the aode/ 4r70W. I just changed the fluid filter etc. at 50K. I also installed an Art Carr shift kit. This kit really improved the shift feel and will increase the life of the tranny. When you get on it and it shifts to the next gear it feels like( MUSH )with the old unit. With the shift kit you can make it shift harder,firmer or really firmer. I changed it to the really hard mode and it really snaps your neck ( wife dosn't like it much ) . Also used full synthetic fluids. The kit cost 66 bucks from art car.com. Good luck! __________________ 98 GT / convertable -98 Saleen engine, Saleen appearance pkg. SHM cams,P&P NPI heads, and so much more!

08-17-2002, 08:33 AM	#3
Maroon 5.0 LX Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Southern Maryland Posts: 471	You are due for a fluid and filter change. Be sure and drain the torque converter too. Best to stay away from the big chain transmission and quicky lube shops if you can. They can mess you up in a heartbeat. Try to find an independent shop, they usually provide better service, or do it yourself if you can. __________________ '89 LX 5.0 - 5 speed. Original Owner '94 E-150 4.9 Hi-Top Conversion Van '06 Mustang V-6, 5 speed

08-17-2002, 03:15 PM	#4
Hammer AKA "Dr. Evil" Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: South Fork Ranch Posts: 1,721	Surf and Maroon are right, 30k is a good time to go ahead and change your fluid. __________________ Uncle Sam "What the hell is up with all the gauges? Calling Captain Kirk, your ride awaits... Phasers on stun...."

08-17-2002, 05:21 PM	#5
Crazy Horse GT Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Sale Creek, TN. C. S. A. Posts: 4,652	thank's guy's, this is the first auto i have owned in year's apreciate the advice, it's wierd coming from a 69 stang-4-speed to a 2k, but i love this car, thank's again. __________________ 95 gt vert, lot's of stuff, it aint slow. 04 sonic blue v - six my beater 89 rs camaro iroc turbo hood, other stuff, my wifes ride 84 lx stang cammed up 289 hi po, etc 65 falcon, maybe by the year 2020. black 00gt, gone but never forgotten. R H C- member # 1 o.b.c. da prez- member # 1 if your under 40 dont ask. goodbye for now odie,r.i.p. 11-27-03

08-17-2002, 05:34 PM	#6
Crazy Horse GT Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Sale Creek, TN. C. S. A. Posts: 4,652	thank's guy's, this is the first auto i have owned in year's apreciate the advice, it's wierd coming from a 69 stang-4-speed to a 2k, but i love this car, thank's again. __________________ 95 gt vert, lot's of stuff, it aint slow. 04 sonic blue v - six my beater 89 rs camaro iroc turbo hood, other stuff, my wifes ride 84 lx stang cammed up 289 hi po, etc 65 falcon, maybe by the year 2020. black 00gt, gone but never forgotten. R H C- member # 1 o.b.c. da prez- member # 1 if your under 40 dont ask. goodbye for now odie,r.i.p. 11-27-03

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