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Title: Transynd
Post by: jor on January 05, 2021, 10:31:18 am
Changed my transmission fluid yesterday. I switched to Transynd about three years back so this is the second synthetic change. That gives me the Allison defined 100%. Anyhow, I got the fluid and filters from Pacific Power (thanks dsd for the 5% coupon). I was surprised to see that the  Transynd arrived in a 5 gallon container rather than the expected one gallon jugs. If you buy from Pacific, you might advise them that you want the smaller containers.
jor
Title: Re: Transynd
Post by: wolfe10 on January 05, 2021, 10:39:27 am
The 5 gallon pails is less expensive per gallon than buying individual gallons.

Set the pail up on a ladder or roof and set up a siphon from there to the transmission fill tube.  With the Allison 3000 you should have remove 2 quarts or so from the pail and use that to top off after checking fluid level. 19 quarts is a common change volume.

And, the pail is a lot easier to put the used fluid in for recycling.
Title: Re: Transynd
Post by: dsd on January 05, 2021, 10:54:19 am
Changed my transmission fluid yesterday. I switched to Transynd about three years back so this is the second synthetic change. That gives me the Allison defined 100%. Anyhow, I got the fluid and filters from Pacific Power (thanks dsd for the 5% coupon). I was surprised to see that the  Transynd arrived in a 5 gallon container rather than the expected one gallon jugs. If you buy from Pacific, you might advise them that you want the smaller containers.
jor
Odd They shipped to me in gallons. Glad to hear the discount code works. Wish we had a dedicated link to available discount codes. I also ordered the service placard and put on the dip stick tube to identify fluid type.
Scott
Title: Re: Transynd
Post by: jor on January 05, 2021, 11:05:36 am
I just used one of those cheapo drill motor pumps. Worked great. Price was the same. Took just a hair less than 5 gallons. Last time is was right on 19 quarts. Going by the transmission pad. It reads: A-ok, good job, thanks.

I use one of those 6 gallon containers you can get at O'Reilly's or Tractor Supply ($35). oil drain pan (https://www.oreillyauto.com/detail/b/flotool-3939/tools---equipment-16488/mechanics-tools-16816/oil---lube-tools-16607/drip---drain-pans-17327/1901b3722e0b/hopkins-flotool-oil-drain-pan/42004/4379863/2010/subaru/forester?q=oil+drain+container&pos=2)
jor

5 gallons: $225
Filters: $54.50

5% discount and free shipping