Re: ATF in Rover transmission

[Glenn Towery <mgv8glen@bellatlantic.net>]

I have used Castrol Dextron 111 for 400,000 miles in my rover 5 speed & I have
no problem.                              Glenn

Frank van Dalen wrote:

> Hi there,
>
> I'm about to re-assemble my Rover SD1 5 speed transmission. According to the
> book (yes, the dreaded Book) you get smoother gear changes on this
> transmission when using automatic transmission fluid. Now I hear from a
> totally unreliable source that certain kinds of ATF may eat up your oil
> seals... Any suggestions on what kind of oil to use? Has anyone tried this?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Frank van Dalen