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SVTPerformance's Chain of Restaurants
The Greasy Spoon
Power steering fluid, With pictures.
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<blockquote data-quote="SVTDice" data-source="post: 11930858" data-attributes="member: 97629"><p>So the other day I checked my power steering fluid, It was a little low and looked nasty. So I thought I'd take some pictures of the fluid, along with the fluid I've replaced it with. Valvoline Maxlife ATF; DEX/MERC. 03 Cobra's call for Mercon III for power steering fluid. Maxlife is fully compatible. I've heard fantastic things about it on BITOG. Plus for 15 dollars at Wal-Mart for a Gallon jug. Its a good deal. </p><p></p><p>The pictures. Fresh Maxlife on the left, Old fluid on the right. The bottles /may/ distort the true color a little. But you get the point.</p><p></p><p><img src="http://i47.tinypic.com/20fqfy8.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii fr-draggable " style="" /></p><p></p><p><img src="http://i48.tinypic.com/34dmr8m.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii fr-draggable " style="" /></p><p></p><p><img src="http://i50.tinypic.com/zuryg2.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii fr-draggable " style="" /></p><p></p><p>PDF Information.</p><p>'Valvoline MaxLife ATF is the first automatic transmission fluid specifically formulated for</p><p>new and higher mileage automatic transmissions. It is formulated with synthetic base</p><p>stocks, unique seal conditioners, long-life friction modifiers, special anti-wear additives</p><p>and shear stable viscosity modifiers. Valvoline MaxLife ATF is recommended for use in,</p><p>new and rebuilt automatic transmissions as mentioned in this sheet, and will not void</p><p>new car warranties.</p><p>The Valvoline MaxLife ATF advantages</p><p>· Conditions transmission seals to prevent leaks</p><p>· Reduce varnish formation and wear</p><p>· Improve and maintain smooth shifting longer than conventional ATF’s</p><p>· Provide excellent flow at low temperatures and greater film protection at high</p><p>temperatures</p><p>· Maximize the life of higher mileage transmissions</p><p></p><p>Viscosity, mm2/s @ 100 ºC 7.3</p><p>Viscosity, mm2/s @ 40 ºC 36.7</p><p>Viscosity Index 169</p><p>Viscosity, mPa.s -40 ºC 16563</p><p>Pour Point, ºC -51</p><p>Specific Gravity @ 15/15ºC 0.851</p><p>Flash Point, COC, ºC 202</p><p>Colour red'</p><p></p><p>I used a turkey baster and sucked out about half of the PS Tank three times in three days, Drive around, Drain, Refill, Repeat. I was only able to remove half of the tank at a time due to the neck on the Turkey Baster being to thick. What I noticed the second time around is there is less resistance and less noise when turning the wheel when sitting still. Driving around it is a little bit more smooth, and a overall more fluid operation. Not an major difference but I noticed it. </p><p></p><p>Anyways, I may drain and fill it a few more times over the next few weeks. But for now, I think I'll let the new fluid circulate a bit more. :coolman:</p><p></p><p></p><p>Enjoy guys!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="SVTDice, post: 11930858, member: 97629"] So the other day I checked my power steering fluid, It was a little low and looked nasty. So I thought I'd take some pictures of the fluid, along with the fluid I've replaced it with. Valvoline Maxlife ATF; DEX/MERC. 03 Cobra's call for Mercon III for power steering fluid. Maxlife is fully compatible. I've heard fantastic things about it on BITOG. Plus for 15 dollars at Wal-Mart for a Gallon jug. Its a good deal. The pictures. Fresh Maxlife on the left, Old fluid on the right. The bottles /may/ distort the true color a little. But you get the point. [IMG]http://i47.tinypic.com/20fqfy8.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i48.tinypic.com/34dmr8m.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i50.tinypic.com/zuryg2.jpg[/IMG] PDF Information. 'Valvoline MaxLife ATF is the first automatic transmission fluid specifically formulated for new and higher mileage automatic transmissions. It is formulated with synthetic base stocks, unique seal conditioners, long-life friction modifiers, special anti-wear additives and shear stable viscosity modifiers. Valvoline MaxLife ATF is recommended for use in, new and rebuilt automatic transmissions as mentioned in this sheet, and will not void new car warranties. The Valvoline MaxLife ATF advantages · Conditions transmission seals to prevent leaks · Reduce varnish formation and wear · Improve and maintain smooth shifting longer than conventional ATF’s · Provide excellent flow at low temperatures and greater film protection at high temperatures · Maximize the life of higher mileage transmissions Viscosity, mm2/s @ 100 ºC 7.3 Viscosity, mm2/s @ 40 ºC 36.7 Viscosity Index 169 Viscosity, mPa.s -40 ºC 16563 Pour Point, ºC -51 Specific Gravity @ 15/15ºC 0.851 Flash Point, COC, ºC 202 Colour red' I used a turkey baster and sucked out about half of the PS Tank three times in three days, Drive around, Drain, Refill, Repeat. I was only able to remove half of the tank at a time due to the neck on the Turkey Baster being to thick. What I noticed the second time around is there is less resistance and less noise when turning the wheel when sitting still. Driving around it is a little bit more smooth, and a overall more fluid operation. Not an major difference but I noticed it. Anyways, I may drain and fill it a few more times over the next few weeks. But for now, I think I'll let the new fluid circulate a bit more. :coolman: Enjoy guys! [/QUOTE]
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