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Making my Auto tranny stout?

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Old Sep 6, 2001 | 08:06 AM
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Okay, I used to own a 1991 GXE Auto and I sold it after I had the tranny rebuilt at 108,000 miles. What can I do to protect the tranny in my new GXE? I really hate auto's because of the fact that they don't usually last as long as manual tranny's (This is the excuse I used on my wife to get her to agree to the manual tranny in my SE). I just want to do everything I can to ensure reliable performance. What ATF is recommened? I heard that the factory recommended fluid change intervals are incorrect. Any input would be greatly appreciated.
Old Sep 6, 2001 | 08:46 AM
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atf fluid

I noticed a lot of maxima.org members recommending Redline's D4 ATF, I've changed mine at 15 k ,30 k intervals by 15k drain and refill 30 k manual flush. Try searching for valvebody upgrade it makes the auto tranny stronger.
Old Sep 6, 2001 | 08:49 AM
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To protect the automagic Max trans do the following 3 things:

1) Run with synthetic or a synthetic blend ATF.
2) Change the ATF every 25 - 30K.
3) Don't beat the $hit out of it.

It should last you a long long time.
Old Sep 6, 2001 | 09:08 AM
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Valvebody mod & tranny cooler

Originally posted by Redcivic
Okay, I used to own a 1991 GXE Auto and I sold it after I had the tranny rebuilt at 108,000 miles. What can I do to protect the tranny in my new GXE? I really hate auto's because of the fact that they don't usually last as long as manual tranny's (This is the excuse I used on my wife to get her to agree to the manual tranny in my SE). I just want to do everything I can to ensure reliable performance. What ATF is recommened? I heard that the factory recommended fluid change intervals are incorrect. Any input would be greatly appreciated.
Go to www.mobiletek.net. Don's VB mod is great for sportier shifts and is supposed to extend the life of the tranny by reducing slippage.
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