correct atf for 97 F250 5 speed
08-23-2010, 11:49 AM
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correct atf for 97 F250 5 speed
just a simple question to confirm my thoughts.
Is synthetic necessary? Or is regular atf ok?
I believe its synthetic only, correct?
Thanks,
Joe
08-23-2010, 12:24 PM
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Dextron/Mercon
I am a firm believer in synthetic oils in the drive line.
08-23-2010, 12:52 PM
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Synthetic ATF only.. No "regular" ATF in the ZF.
08-23-2010, 05:35 PM
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IIRC Mercon V is what is recommeded for the tranny
08-23-2010, 07:15 PM
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thanks guys,
while I was under the truck I found and cleaned a lable that says synthetic only.
Just like strokin' said.
thanks again,
Joe
08-23-2010, 07:57 PM
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I would go with a good synthetic like Amsoil or similar...
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