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Old Mar 24, 2004 | 08:21 PM
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Default what is the best transmission fluid for a s2k

i got my s2k a month ago, trying to change the transimission oil and rear differential oil, i know the mobil 1 is good for the rear diferentail, but what about the trany? which one is the best honda OEM or redline? where can i get them online for a better price?
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Old Mar 24, 2004 | 09:12 PM
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I just recently switched to Penzoil Syncromesh. Do not do that...

Stick with Honda MTF. Can't go wrong and only a few bucks a quart
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Old Mar 24, 2004 | 10:52 PM
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Old Mar 24, 2004 | 11:16 PM
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The majority of people on this board run the honda MTF HG fluid for their trannys. This fluid is designed specifically for Honda and Acura transmissions. It is a fortified 10w-30 motor oil with special additives for smooth gear changes.

I just changed mine last night.
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Old Mar 25, 2004 | 05:53 AM
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HONDA MTF only for tranny!

As for rear diff, switch to LE607, it's better than Mobil 1. I'm using Mobil 1 now, but I will be switching to the LE607 (you can get it from Rick's - see link on site).
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Old Mar 25, 2004 | 09:44 AM
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Originally posted by natedoggs2k
HONDA MTF only for tranny!

As for rear diff, switch to LE607, it's better than Mobil 1. I'm using Mobil 1 now, but I will be switching to the LE607 (you can get it from Rick's - see link on site).
what about redline mt-90?

those of you that say use HONDA ONLY...have u tried others to base ur suggestion upon, or are you saying HONDA ONLY because you are satisfied and HAVE NOT tried others?
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Old Mar 25, 2004 | 10:01 AM
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[QUOTE]Originally posted by jyeung528
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Old Mar 25, 2004 | 10:43 AM
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thank you for all the replies!!!
i still want to know what is the diference between OEM MTF and redline MT-90?
thank you very much!
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Old Mar 25, 2004 | 11:14 AM
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Originally posted by mugenpower_s2k
thank you for all the replies!!!
i still want to know what is the diference between OEM MTF and redline MT-90?
thank you very much!
There is aviscosity difference for sure. Additives are probably different too. I am no oil guru, so I'll wait for Road Rage to fill us in.
I just know it works.
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Old Mar 25, 2004 | 11:39 AM
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I just had amsoil 75w-90 series 2000, put in both trans and diff. shifting was smoother and reverse engagement is a little better. amsoil is better than redline from what I have read. LK
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