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Old Mar 18, 2006 | 01:50 AM
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Fixing to change mine and just wanted to see what everyone reccomends? And also just how much does it hold since its a 4L65E and Vig 3600 converter. Thanks in advance.

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I only recommend dextron III. It's cheap and works just fine. As far how much it depends on if you have a deep pan and also how long you let the tc drain back. After doing the service dump 4-5 quarts in it. Fire it up and start checking the level. When you think it is full get in the car do a few reverse and drive apply cycles. Put it park and check it. If more is needed repeat the apply cycle and go from there. I would say a service is going to take 5-8 quarts. Also when replacing the filter there is a seal in the pump if your filter fits snug just leave the seal alone. Remember to put a little grease on the snout of the filter before installing. This will make it easier to install and prevent you from damaging the seal. Alot of people have a hard time with this and it really doesn't need to be changed. Good luck...
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Originally Posted by BrianC98Z28
Fixing to change mine and just wanted to see what everyone reccomends? And also just how much does it hold since its a 4L65E and Vig 3600 converter. Thanks in advance.

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Castrol ... DexIII
204K on my 4L60E with a YankSY3500..
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I just use valvoline dexron III. works just fine for me.
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I'm using Castrol Type F
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I use Valvoline Dexron III
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I use Type F on my th350
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Originally Posted by PewterY2KZ28
Castrol ... DexIII
204K on my 4L60E with a YankSY3500..
holy **** man thats sick... ...How often do you drop the pan and change the filter?
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