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[VXL V6]

I just wanted to say a public thanks to Sassanach for changing the transmission fluid on my car today, got this done as a precaution really as the fluid was the original (62K) and it was time for a change. The gearchange is a lot smoother as a result.

Anyway, a very knowledgeable chap who I reckon could dismantle and reassemble an autobox with his eyes closed! So thank you for sorting it out and showing me how it's done. I reckon I could even attempt it myself now i've seen it done, however, having the car 6ft up in the air is a definate advantage I don't have the luxury of here!!!!

Cheers Mate  

PS. Definately inspired by the neat LPG install on the Saloon........ got me thinking now!!!!

[TheBoy]

I just wanted to say a public thanks to Sassanach for changing the transmission fluid on my car today, got this done as a precaution really as the fluid was the original (62K) and it was time for a change. The gearchange is a lot smoother as a result.

Anyway, a very knowledgeable chap who I reckon could dismantle and reassemble an autobox with his eyes closed! So thank you for sorting it out and showing me how it's done. I reckon I could even attempt it myself now i've seen it done, however, having the car 6ft up in the air is a definate advantage I don't have the luxury of here!!!!

Cheers Mate  

PS. Definately inspired by the neat LPG install on the Saloon........ got me thinking now!!!!

Yup, he certainly does know his autoboxes. And the rest of the car as well

I really must do the ATF in the MV6, but I daren't remove the sump as I'm dreading finding bits of washer!

[VXL V6]

I really must do the ATF in the MV6, but I daren't remove the sump as I'm dreading finding bits of washer!

Yep, when dropping that front sump you hold your breath!!!

[Taxi_Driver]

Something i keep thinking about getting done......nearly 110k miles on original atf.....and used as a taxi for the last 70k.....it must be a bit knackered by now the atf.

But my local garage i use......doesnt want to touch it.....ie boss reckons if it aint broke.....dont do anything......i see some logic in this.....as i have seen a few posts when atf has been changed the g/b either develops probs or fails completely  :-/

Interested to hear Sassanach's opinion on this??

BTW theres nothing wrong with my g/b.

[sassanach]

it wasn,t that long ago when changing the atf was standard servicing and on a lot of cars it still is.btw if it aint broke don,t fix it is the way it should be then why do you change your engine oil?

[JamesV6CDX]

Something i keep thinking about getting done......nearly 110k miles on original atf.....and used as a taxi for the last 70k.....it must be a bit knackered by now the atf.

But my local garage i use......doesnt want to touch it.....ie boss reckons if it aint broke.....dont do anything......i see some logic in this.....as i have seen a few posts when atf has been changed the g/b either develops probs or fails completely  :-/

Interested to hear Sassanach's opinion on this??

BTW theres nothing wrong with my g/b.

You know the answer Dave.... jack, stands, bowl, and socket set

[STMO123]

it wasn,t that long ago when changing the atf was standard servicing and on a lot of cars it still is.btw if it aint broke don,t fix it is the way it should bthen why do you change your engine oil?e  

Ditto for clutch/brake fluid, but a lot of manufacturers are starting to use sealed units.

[Crazydad]

Is there anything that doesnt need to be changed on a regular basis?

apart from the Owner

[STMO123]

Is there anything that doesnt need to be changed on a regular basis?

apart from the Owner

......and his wife

[Crazydad]

Is there anything that doesnt need to be changed on a regular basis?

apart from the Owner

......and his wife

Well i think that certain opinions could vary there

[Darth Loo-knee]

There really are some Great people on here who at the drop of a hat are willing to go and help others.
Proud to be a member on here I really am.

[Crazydad]

There really are some Great people on here who at the drop of a hat are willing to go and help others.
Proud to be a member on here I really am.

I will second that Daz

[VXL V6]

There really are some Great people on here who at the drop of a hat are willing to go and help others.
Proud to be a member on here I really am.

I will second that Daz

I'll third it!

[STMO123]

Yah, yer big Jessies

[Crazydad]

Yah, yer big Jessies

OI

 who you calling big Fatty