Synchromesh for manual transmission

[l1kenother]

http://www.pennzoil.com/documents/Synchromesh Manual Trans Fluid.pdf

I was wondering if this could work for my manual 96 xj??? Is this an additive? or a replacement?

 

[Tenny]

It's a replacement. I don't know about the XJ's manual at all (requirements, etc), but in my other car (known for transmission problems) I run it in it. So far (about 30k miles and it's been pretty smooth...

Though one would wonder... what is your problem with your transmission as it is now...

 

[l1kenother]

shifts are very rough and takes alot of time to go into gear. doesnt want to shift at all when cold. 5th always grinds, dont know why. im going to check linkage on clutch and maybe replace clutch fluid also.

 

[lilredxj99]

Basically, syncromesh is a non-detergent 5w-30. I was used in GM manual trans I know in the late 80's and early 90's. Lately it's been ATF.

 

[mrmikey32]

you have to watch it with syncromesh. it will actually eat away at some transmissions. ill have to look, i forget which metal it is.

 

[l1kenother]

you have to watch it with syncromesh. it will actually eat away at some transmissions. ill have to look, i forget which metal it is.

What the F!! no way! yes please look.. but it shouldnt eat a chrysler transmission cause its made for chrysler vehicles... right.?

 

[ChiXJeff]

If you run gear lube, make sure that it's GL3 rated, *NOT* GL5. GL5 oils will corrode your synchronizers.

 

[l1kenother]

If you run gear lube, make sure that it's GL3 rated, *NOT* GL5. GL5 oils will corrode your synchronizers.

I just found this information. "This description makes Synchromesh suitable for use in some transaxles or transmissions where GL-4 gear oils are specified" http://www.stealth316.com/2-pennzoil-synchromesh.htm

 

[l1kenother]

I kept looking and came upon this archive. http://www.naxja.org/forum/archive/index.php/t-2811.html Its very long and confusing. im still not sure what to use. chixjeff might find the info on here to be helpful stating that the 96 and older trans require GL5.. but some say it was a typo in the manuals.... not sure what to do.

Im thinking of using the Redline mt-90 http://www.redlineoil.com/product.aspx?pid=46&pcid=7 as it is Gl4 but states its safe for brass. But the Pennzoil Synchromesh is also Gl4...???

 

[Tenny]

I just found this information. "This description makes Synchromesh suitable for use in some transaxles or transmissions where GL-4 gear oils are specified" http://www.stealth316.com/2-pennzoil-synchromesh.htm

ROFL, Jeff Lucius article! That article was written with my other car in mind (Stealth RT/Twin Turbo), the one that I run the Synchromesh in. A lot of great articles on his website, but most are written with the 3000GT / Stealth in mind.

 

[ChiXJeff]

The "compatibility with yellow metals" is key. AX15 manual transmissions use soft metal synchronizers, aka "yellow metals." The sulfur additives in GL5 rated oils will eventually corrode those away.

I run Redline MT90 in mine, and have for the better part of 10 years. No complaints from me, and the synthetic helps a lot in colder climates.

 

[l1kenother]

The "compatibility with yellow metals" is key. AX15 manual transmissions use soft metal synchronizers, aka "yellow metals." The sulfur additives in GL5 rated oils will eventually corrode those away.

I run Redline MT90 in mine, and have for the better part of 10 years. No complaints from me, and the synthetic helps a lot in colder climates.

Awesome! then im going with the Redline. I hope it helps. how many quarts do I need?

 

[Ronbo]

Ive been using Syncromesh for over 10 years. 170k mile AX-15, and it's smooth as silk.

 

[l1kenother]

Ive been using Syncromesh for over 10 years. 170k mile AX-15, and it's smooth as silk.

realy. thats awesome. as a replacement? how many quarts?