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Jehu
08-23-2002, 10:40 AM
Heh, I'm trying to kick off this section, so I'm starting a few new threads.

Okay, AT tranny fluids. What do you use and what works. I use BM trickshift and it works great. It's supposed to give more positive shifts, but I put that in when I put in my shift kit so I can't quantify what did what. Both together are GREAT though. :)



DCJ98GST
08-23-2002, 10:48 AM
BM trickshift synthetic worked well for me. But I am like you this went in when I did the shift kit and endclutch. So I have no comparison.
97TSiAWD
08-23-2002, 11:47 AM
I also use B&M Trickshift. $1 cheaper than Mobil 1 Syn ATF and has worked well for me.

Jon
zola84
08-23-2002, 12:16 PM
I used Valv syn ATF on my fully stock tranny. Worked like a charm.
tsiawdat
08-23-2002, 01:15 PM
I use Diamond ATF from Mitsu. It's about $3.50/qt and the local dealer always has it in stock. I have also used Mopar ATF+3 without problems.


Phil
max107
08-23-2002, 04:48 PM
Used some Valvoline Synthetic blend and it worked great. Before my tranny shifted sluggishly, after the fluid change, it's nice and smooth for the most part.
tsitalon92
08-23-2002, 08:01 PM
Who sells this BM Trickshift fluid?
doug
08-23-2002, 11:15 PM
I've seen B&M TrickShift at AutoZone and Discount Auto Parts.

I have only changed fluid once since I got my car in December, and I put in the B&M. Before the fluid change, the tranny would pop out of gear on rare occasions when it downshifted, but since the fluid change it has been flawless.
PitchBlackTSi
08-24-2002, 01:13 AM
what's the ATF capacity on a 92 talon tsi a/t fwd???

does it hurt if i put in more than necessary?
doug
08-24-2002, 11:51 AM
Originally posted by PitchBlackTSi
does it hurt if i put in more than necessary?

Yes, some people have reported problems when running with an overfilled tranny.
PitchBlackTSi
08-24-2002, 11:25 PM
ok, but how much ATF is needed??????????
doug
08-25-2002, 12:05 AM
The service manual says 7.1 quarts!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :)


I found that to be correct during my last fluid change-- it took 7 quarts. The torque converter holds another couple, I think, but if you're doing just a normal fluid change, you'll just need 7.
PitchBlackTSi
08-25-2002, 11:33 PM
[QUOTE]Originally posted by doug
[B]The service manual says 7.1 quarts!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :)


is that true for both 1g's and 2g's???

i have a 92 tsi fwd a/t?? still 7.1 quarts???
doug
08-26-2002, 12:25 PM
I was told the other day the the transmissions were the same from 91 on. The model designation for yours should be F4A33.
PitchBlackTSi
08-27-2002, 02:07 PM
Originally posted by doug
I was told the other day the the transmissions were the same from 91 on. The model designation for yours should be F4A33.

ok, meaning what?? the capacity is 7.1 qt then, right?
doug
08-27-2002, 03:59 PM
Originally posted by PitchBlackTSi
ok, meaning what??

Meaning, I was trying to give you some additional info so you'd know in the future.

Originally posted by PitchBlackTSi
the capacity is 7.1 qt then, right?

Yes
Billios996
08-27-2002, 05:52 PM
Anybody ever try Royal Purple fluids? Motor Oil, ATF, etc.
My fluid changes are coming up soon, I thought I'd give it a shot. They claim 5hp gain from reduced friction.

Bill
loreak
08-30-2002, 11:51 PM
When i replaced mine in only needed to put in 4 quarts or so, i figured there must be 3 quarts in the TC. I only unplugged one bolt on the bottom, is there another for the TC too. I asked another AT guy and he said he did the same as me he just pulled that one and only ended up needing 4 quarts.
nano
08-31-2002, 03:05 PM
When you drain it out of the drain plug there's only four quarts. Then when you pull the Valave body out another bunch comes out totalling to about 7 quarts. And then there's still at least another couple in the TC. Personally I wouldn't blindly just start pouring 7 quarts after draining. That's just asking for trouble. Just check the dipstick untill it's full. That's what it's there for.