<VV> [FC] Drain plug installation--64 FC manual transaxle

[Mark Durham]

I agree with Ken, STP is not designed for these high pressure gear
transmissions and differentials. Just use a good full synthetic that is
available today, and the synthetic molecules actually stick to the pressure
surfaces. Of course, Tim, if you've done this for years then we are all
wet!! :):)
Mark Durham

On Sun, Jan 24, 2010 at 8:17 AM, Ken Hand <vairmech at aol.com> wrote:

>
>  Be careful with the STP. I am not really sure that it is rated as an EP
> lube. Read the container very carefully, you could be doing more harm than
> good with the STP.
>
>
>
> Ken Hand
> 248-613-8586
> www.corvairmechanic.com
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>
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> Subject: Re: [FC] Drain plug installation--64 FC manual transaxle
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>
> i have not seen the need to change the fluid in the  STD transmission  , or
> the differential unless other damage has occurred , in which case it would
> be all apart in my parts washer getting cleaned properly , and bearings
> carefully checked , along with ALL new seals etc. then i put a strong
> magnet
> inside to hold any damaging filings that might happen., oh i put STP or
> such
> in  with the grease so lube does not drain off when setting.
> regards, tim colson
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