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Old Oct 15, 2007 | 11:08 AM
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Need to know which ATF to use...

I currently have a built Auto tranny with a VB Mod.

I'm currently using Mobil 1 ATF and now I saw that none of the stores carry this anymore! Does anyone know where I can get this fluid and does anyone have a picture of what the quart looks like??

I'd like to upgrade to Redline or Amsoil so my question is if I do get Redline which type will I need as I saw on their website they have 4-5 different types.

All help is appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Old Oct 16, 2007 | 02:15 PM
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If you're going with the boutique type of fluid, I would give Amsoil a shot. It is Matic-D approved and in high regards with many users in various applications.
Old Nov 9, 2007 | 11:43 AM
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If I remember correctly, Redline has an D-type ATF.

I also used Amsoil.
Old Nov 18, 2007 | 08:38 AM
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yea, i have the same question, my manual tells me the AT oil I can use is PennzoilŽ DexronŽ-III MerconŽ ATF, is there any other brand I can choose?
Old Nov 18, 2007 | 08:52 AM
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Originally Posted by ronan_zj
yea, i have the same question, my manual tells me the AT oil I can use is PennzoilŽ DexronŽ-III MerconŽ ATF, is there any other brand I can choose?
Since you said the D -word (dextron) you can use any brand (petroleum or synthetic) that is preferably labeled as meeting nissan-matic D specification or generic Dextron-III. Synthetics will give you higher levels of protection in extreme operating conditions and it will lower operating temperatures which will in theory extend the life of your transmission.

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Old Nov 18, 2007 | 09:01 AM
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Ic, the only label I am looking is D-III/ nissan maitc D.. I went to get my trans & engine oil change on Friday and I noticed they gave me the cheapest oil which I checked price are all around $2.40 per bottle..maybe nexttime I should tell them to use mobile 1 oil.
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