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Hey, new to the chat board. Queston re: transmission fluid - Type A seems no longer available, anyone know a current replacement? For '61 chev. :confused:
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Actually your powerglide calls for Type A ATF if you can't find any go with the new stuff, the Dextron III I just happen to have a case of Type A ATF
Maybe I should put it on eBay for a hundred dollars a quart, along with the Quart of GulfPride 30 wt. I found in the attic (in a plastic can). I also found a case of Phillips 66 40 wt. ashless aviation engine oil, I guess it will work in a squirt can!
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As a rule its always best to used the latest most modern version of motor oil,trans. fluid and anti-freeze due to the improvements that have been made over the years.
Gene Schneider
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Come on Chevy-nut....let up on me!... this is Rare vintage stuff! Ha! Ha! You never answered my tour question...maybe it was on another thread, I found it Oh Well...we will miss your smiling face.
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If you were to change from type A to Dextron would there be a problem with the Dextron mixing with the type A that would still be left in the transmission?
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No, they are compatible.Just that the Type A remaining will dilute the Dexron and its full benefit will not be utilized.The early years had a drain plug in the converter so more fluid could be removed.On mine I just changed the sump two years in a row.Due to the fact that Type A has been gone for years I would guess that most transmissions have a mixture of both or all Dexron in them today.
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Gene is right on. I do have a case of Type A ATF but I don't put it into my cars transmissions, even the turbo 400 in the 68. I recently changed the vacuum modulator and the internal filter, I drained as much fluid as I could (several quarts) and I refilled it with the new stuff. I use the old Type A ATF to flush out the 90 wt. in the old engines, trannys and rearends when I redo them after they have sit a few decades in a pasture or wrecking yard.
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Hi Guys, Thanks all for replies! The local parts store has Dexron III/Mercron ATF; is there one out there that is just Dexron III ? Or do I go with the Dexron /Mercron?
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The Dexron/Mercron is fine.The Mercron is also correct for some F-o-r-d transmissions.There are also many brands that just say Dexron also.
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FYI, Continued research on Type A ATF has led me to the "Champion Brands" Co. located in Clinton, MO. They still make the Type A fluid and is available for purchase (probably for less than $100 a quart!!!!) Anyway, if interested Contact at www.championbrands.com or 800 821 5693. Personally I will follow the forum recommendations and go with the new stuff.
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Interestingly enough, I found type A fluid in a local grocery store that had a small automotive section. But like the rest of you if I need to change fluid on one of my older cars I'll change to Dextron also.
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