Which brand ATF
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Which brand ATF
I've been searching and see Mercon V is the juice to use but didn't see a prefered brand. How's the Walmart fluid? I see somethere are listed as a multi fluid and say Mercon V compatable but will that work or should I look for strictly Mercon V? I need to change the fluid here pretty soon. Thanks
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Yep, but most trans fluids are going that way. Very confusing but I know this stuff is good stuff, its synthetic also so your in good shape. If you look its on sale sometimes, you can score a deal but its normally in the 3.00-4.00 a quart range. Heres a link. Valvoline.com > Products > Automatic Transmission Products > Automatic Transmission Fluid > MaxLife® DEX/MERC ATF
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Have you checked your local Ford dealer? I couldn't believe it but mine had the best price so why not support them if they can compete plus you get the Motor-Craft Mercon V.
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I use BG Products synthetic. Its not available over ther counter though. We use it at work for the trans flushes. If you found a local shop that is a BG user they may sell it to you.
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Add to this the issue between Mercon III and Mercon V becoming backwards compatible, and things get even more confusing. Do a search here and you will find that lots of owners have found a brand they like and use with good/great results. I ended up going with Motorcraft because I think it's quality fluid and I know I can get more of it anywhere I go as long as there is a dealership nearby. If I were to switch to a different brand, I may not be able to find it later if I need some more for whatever reason.
The one thing that still confuses me is the synthetic vs. syn/blend vs. non-synthetic fluid. I mean, isn't all trans fluid a synthetic of some sort anyway? Does anyone make trans fluid that has a petroleum base?
Anyway, the Motorcraft Mercon V might be reasonably priced from your dealer if you check.
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