[Shotimes] Redline MTL still the fluid of choice for an MTX

Carl Prochilo gr8sho@prochilo.myserver.org
Sun, 10 Aug 2003 23:10:22 -0400 (Eastern Daylight Time)


Yes, Tranny fluid.  Based on my prior note, and my recollection of this
topic on SHOFSN, any Gen 1 SHO that has a stock tranny should see some
benefit to using Redline MTL.  Ron Porter semt me privately a very
resounding endorsement.  As I recall, the MTL would really hit its stride
in cold weather.  Back in the day when I lived in NY, I had Redline MTL
put into my tranny at 120K when I had all the major service done first
time.  I didn't really notice any difference, and only later at the '99
convention did I understand why, again because of the different synchros I
have in my MTX-IV.

To aid in the fluid replacement, a common change is to add a drain plug to
the crankcase.  See SHOTIMES FAQ for specifics.  This is not an absolute
requirement, just makes things a little easier.

Unless someone objects, get the Redline MTL.

Carl Prochilo
92 Ultra Red Crimson

> Hi again Carl,
>
> In reference to what you posted below, by MTL do you mean manual tranny
> lube?
> (as you may remember) I have an '89, so I guess I have the brass synchros.
> I've been reading in recent posts about using ATF in manual trannies. I
> don't
> think that whatever lube was originally in my gearbox was ever changed.
> Ok,
> so now to my questions; Should I drain it and replace the lubricant? If
> yes,
> then whats my best choice of lube? (68k on the clock and under 5k a year
> useage)
>
> Thanks, Bob (BB-NYC '89)
>
>
> IIRC, sometime in 1992 or 1993 a change was made to the MTX-IV to replace
> the synchro design from brass to paper.  In the original design, Redline
> MTL was a good choice to improve the shift feel of the tranny, but with
> the newer synchros, the new fluid didn't really make any difference.  In
> fact, I am using normal fluid in my tranny (has new synchros) and it feels
> just fine.
>
> Carl Prochilo
> 92 Ultra Red Crimson
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