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Old Jun 6, 2011 | 03:20 PM
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about to do a converter how much should fluid cost from the dealer? Don't wanted to get ripped off. and what kind of filter should I get?
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Don't want to get ripped off? Don't go to the dealer.
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haha what would you suggest then? thought gm fluid was the best for these trans.?
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GM Dex 6 list for $8.63 a quart.. If your nice, they might do wholesale, which is $6.47.
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word thanks. doubt it though unless I can get a hot chick to go with me
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Dex 3 from the auto parts store works fine.
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Dex 3 from the auto parts store works fine.
This... My 175,000 mile stocker is just whirlin along with cheap auto parts store dex 3 in her.
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i got 8 qrts dex 6 from gm to do my stall. i wasnt messing around i wanted to make sure i got the good stuff. i got the deal and it cost me about 50bucks. thats a deal from gm belive it or not lol
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