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Old 07-03-2021, 11:35 AM   #150
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Default Re: New baby 1953 Merc

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Originally Posted by Merc Cruzer View Post
The transmission will tell you soon enough if it doesn't agree.

I speak from experience when I say, if the fluid you put in has slipping agents, to provide for a smoother shift, the shifts will begin to "slam", since the plates will begin to slip before they grab. If that happens you will need to lengthen the TV rod, as much as possible to prevent damage to the trans and rear differential. Since the rod will be the incorrect length, it will result in the loss of your "Kick Down", when you floor it.
I have the right stuff coming. I'll just drain this and add the Type F.
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