Transmission fluids licensed by General Motors to use the trademark DEXRON III are required in the Allison 1000 Series™ transmission.

Any fluid that meets DEXRON III requirements is suitable for use in the Allison 1000 Series™. Always verify that the container reads DEXRON III, regardless of whether it is mineral-based or synthetic.

TranSynd is a fully synthetic transmission fluid available from Allison Distributors/Dealers or at GM dealers. TranSynd is a licensed DEXRON III product and has been extensively tested by Allison Engineering in a broad range of Allison products. While TranSynd was developed mainly to meet the harsh operating conditions of heavy-duty transmissions in severe operating conditions like transit buses, its benefits translate to the pickup truck market.

Different transmissions require different types of transmission fluid. The experts at BEAR recommend that you change your fluid every 25,000 to 35,000 miles as a part of our regular suggested maintenance --Safeguard Service. This service also includes replacing the filter or cleaning the screen, replacing the pan gasket, performing a final leak-check, and performing a road test. This service is warranted for 90 days against any leaks from your pan gasket.

Check fluid level with the engine running (except Honda), the transmission in "Park" (except Chrysler products which should be in neutral with the emergency brake applied), and with the engine at operating temperature. Remove the dipstick and wipe clean. Fully insert the stick and remove. Check both sides of the stick to determine correct reading. Repeat the process. The reason you have to check both sides of the dipstick is that circulating fluid can have surface waves.

Changing your transmission fluid regularly will extend the life of your transmission. On most transmissions, there is also a filter that needs to be changed at the same time. Most transmission specialists suggest changing the filter and fluid every 30,000 miles, even if the fluid looks clean. What happens is over time, it breaks down and becomes dirty. The operating temperatures will rise and lubrication will decrease, leading to premature wear and transmission failure.

The TR-3550 5sp uses the GM Synchromesh. The T56 and 3650 use Dexron III ATF, and the Viper T56 should use Castrol Syntorque. See the service manual for more details about your transmission.

Yes, you can but it is best that you keep the shot relatively low (no more than 75). For smaller shots the automatic guys can actually sometimes get a better benefit out of nitrous than manual guys because you do not have to get off the gas to shift. The problem is that over time the bands in the auto tranny will eventually wear out.

always, if your car is under warranty, we suggest following your manufacturer's recommendations. In most passenger cars we recommend using Royal Purple Max Gear 75W90. Some people may want to use something lighter, in which case, our ATF or Racing 41 would be good suggestions. Racers may even want to run the Racing 21 which is fine. Many new cars now use an ATF or engine oil.

You should use only Tempest “Rosco” smoke fluid in Tempest “Rosco” Smoke Machines. The earlier Tempest smoke machines (1601, 1801, 9000) were manufactured by Martin and use a Martin specified formula. Tempest offers a “generic” smoke fluid that is safe to use in other brands of machines including the Martin machines.

Yes, a seat is required for the examiner. The seat must be safely bolted to the interior floor of the cab. A seat belt is required for both the examiner and the applicant.

The human body needs water to replenish the blood and fluids in order to work properly. Water regulates the body's temperature through perspiration, removes waste via urine and carries nutrients and other substances throughout the body. It has been recommended and promoted in the media that we all need to drink around 6-8 glasses of water each day, however there is no evidence to support this. The best way of knowing how much to drink is to drink enough to satisfy your thirst.

Use ONLY what it says in your owner's manual to use. Many Chrysler transmissions are NOT compatible with standard fluid! ATF+4 is usually the best one to use with automatic transmissions before 2001, ATF+5 after. THIS IS AN IMPORTANT and very misunderstood issue. Please see the discussion at the end of this part of the FAQ.

Each engine manufacturer has different specifications. Please check your owner's manual or call the engine manufacturers tech support number.

Use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid. The use of any other type of fluid will damage your brake, and could cause your brake to fail. We recommend using DOT 4 brake fluid because it has a higher boiling point than the DOT 3 brake fluid.

A:If you use a transverse engined car at a track for speed events (as opposed to a parking lot autocross), you may actually be in a corner long enough to slosh oil clean away from the pickup, with possible bad results (please don't ask how I know). The real solution is to get a baffled oil pan, but synthetic oils will do better than dino oils in this situation. far as I know, most/all water cooled VW transmissions require gear fluid with an API rating of GL-4 (MIL-2105).

We use glycerin, FDA approved. This food additive is found in many recipes, the most common being frosting (or icing) on cakes. It is also used in some skin creams, makeup and lipstick. Others use animal-based Glycerin or water combinations.

Automatics are available in the Maui Spirit 4 only. In addition to the daily vehicle rate you can guarantee a Spirit 4 automatic vehicle for only NZ$10 per day. If you require an automatic Spirit 4, please advice in advance. Requests are subject to vehicle availability.

Maintenance! Check the fluid level periodically, repair any leaks/problems promptly, service the unit on a regular basis, and add an auxiliary cooler if the vehicle is used for towing, commercial, or high ambient temperature climates. Synthetic fluid may benefit some applications by lowering operating temperature resulting in a longer life, but not all transmissions can use synthetic fluid. Check with your local ATRA shop for their advice to your specific application and needs.

Yes. While not every category is available in both automatic and manual variants, we do have a varied selection of automatic options to choose from.