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Old Apr 5, 2015 | 11:34 PM
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Mercon LV?

I can't find any SP at the local auto parts stores. Read at dieselstop that LV has been approved to replace SP. Is anyone using LV? Where do you buy SP?
 
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Old Apr 6, 2015 | 05:44 AM
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I am running LV in my Ex, no problem. The dealers still carry SP but LV is the direct replacement.
 
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Old Apr 6, 2015 | 06:44 AM
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Just did my regular service with LV for the 3rd time when I installed the 08 tranny pan and filter. Absolutely no problems running it and it was less than SP at the parts store.
 
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Old Apr 6, 2015 | 07:50 AM
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Thanks everyone. That's what I needed to know.
 
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Old Apr 6, 2015 | 01:11 PM
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Just in case you need to hear one more: When I did the '08 pan/filter conversion both SP and LV were available and still the same price. I put in 9 qts of LV, so the balance in there is SP. No, nada, not a single issue -- I will stick with the LV for future Torqshift fluid changes...
 
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Old Apr 6, 2015 | 01:16 PM
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I've started using Maxlife ATF

(Ducks out of the way)

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Make some popcorn and read ...

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/9...lv-and-sp.html
 
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Old Apr 6, 2015 | 05:02 PM
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From what I've read, Maxlife is the direct aftermarket replacement for SP and LV.Never tried it and have no experience with it, but if it works for Josh I'll give it a shot
 
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Originally Posted by Per4mance
From what I've read, Maxlife is the direct aftermarket replacement for SP and LV.Never tried it and have no experience with it, but if it works for Josh I'll give it a shot
Looking at the specs its darn near identical to LV. SP is surprisingly a very thin fluid.

Josh
 
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Old Apr 6, 2015 | 05:18 PM
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I'm long over due for a a trans service,with that being said,I just ordered a 08 trans pan and filter and will use Maxlife.........only time will tell.
 
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Originally Posted by IHateCommieCars
I can't find any SP at the local auto parts stores. Read at dieselstop that LV has been approved to replace SP. Is anyone using LV? Where do you buy SP?
You might want to try O'reilleys or diesel filters online...both usually have sp...Dave
 
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Originally Posted by david0505
You might want to try O'reilleys or diesel filters online...both usually have sp...Dave
Dieselfiltersonline is a good place to shop. They will ship free if over $250 (IIRC). Their price is $6.59 a quart for SP and $5.47 for LV.

AutoNation White Bear Lake sells it for $5.79 a quart (in shipments of 12). Shipping is reasonable if you buy from them through FordParts.com. Their LV price is $4.71 a quart.
 
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Originally Posted by bismic
Dieselfiltersonline is a good place to shop. They will ship free if over $250 (IIRC). Their price is $6.59 a quart for SP and $5.47 for LV.

AutoNation White Bear Lake sells it for $5.79 a quart (in shipments of 12). Shipping is reasonable if you buy from them through FordParts.com. Their LV price is $4.71 a quart.
Ed's price should be near or lower that White Bear.


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