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Old Jun 28, 2009 | 09:37 PM
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C6 Shift kit and fluid

I was wondering since I already have my tranny out if its ok to turn it upside down to install the shift kit. Also, what type and amount of fluid is best for the C6? Are there any other inexpensive worthwile mods to do why Im in there? Thanks.
 
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Old Jun 29, 2009 | 09:51 AM
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Not an expert but I can think of no reason why you should not turn it over and install the shift kit. The C6 holds around 13qts of fluid, including the torque converter, which in your case, should be empty.
As for type of fluid it should say on the dipstick.
 
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Old Jun 29, 2009 | 09:57 AM
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I think if you turn it upside down , when you remove the valve body all the check valve ***** are going to fall out ... Lew
 
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Old Jun 30, 2009 | 01:08 AM
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Well, its about 50/50 from about ten people I have asked. Is there anyone who has installed a shift kit this way? Thanks
 
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Old Jun 30, 2009 | 04:29 AM
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The shift kits are not hard to do , i just never did one with the trans upside down . You might want to post this in the trans fourm , theres alot of experts over there... Lew
 
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