Author Topic: Transmission help (Read 2839 times)

stewardc · « **on:** August 05, 2007, 07:51:20 am »

I know the 5th gear is the weak link in our transmissions. I'm presently installing an AAZ diesel and a newer DFP tranny in my 1981 Caddy and was wondering what everyone is running for oil? I plan on Redline and possibly Lucas additive. Any suggestions for getting the very best lubrication for my new tranny?

blkboostedtruck · « **Reply #1 on:** August 07, 2007, 05:38:22 pm »

thats some good stuff ! thats what i use in all my tucks! unless someone here knows better lube to use?
thanks Duane

Darth Garry · « **Reply #2 on:** August 07, 2007, 06:56:12 pm »

Quote from: "blkboostedtruck"

thats some good stuff ! thats what i use in all my tucks! unless someone here knows better lube to use?
thanks Duane

I run the redline, definately shifts better, especially in cold. Never tried the lucas stuff. Is it good?

Garry

stewardc · « **Reply #3 on:** August 23, 2007, 08:02:40 am »

http://www.customobsessions.com/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=1264&start=1140

This is what a good diesel or gas engine will do to 5th gear on a straight pull. Has anyone heard of a fix for this, or a shop that might offer better quality gears?

Slave2School · « **Reply #4 on:** August 23, 2007, 10:20:02 am »

A TDI tranny, if it would fit is rated to take much more power from the factory. That is about he only good fix I know of

Maybe a cryo treatment and swaintech treatment of 5th gear would help, but I have no data to support that.

Author Topic: Transmission help (Read 2839 times)

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