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PaulP 
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 Topic: D17 power steering fluid
Posted: 16 Nov 2016 at 3:57pm |
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My Son is restoring a 1961 D17, have heard conflicting answers for type of fluid used in power steering reservoir in front of rad? We don't have manual, suggestions would be appreciated,
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Paul
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Orange Blood
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Posted: 16 Nov 2016 at 4:20pm |
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Seems the general consensus around here is Universal Tractor Fluid. I run ATF, but I've been mildly chastised for it, never had any problems.
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DrAllis
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Posted: 16 Nov 2016 at 4:52pm |
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My Dad bought a brand new D-17 IV and it had Dexron from the Factory. It continued to have Dexron for several years and was always dirty around the front support from that water like oil seeping thru every gasket and seal there was. Changed to Universal Hydraulic oil and that seepage all stopped. Either will work and when you already have hydraulic fluid, why not keep it simple ??
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PaulP
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Posted: 16 Nov 2016 at 7:03pm |
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Thanks much, will give it a shot!
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Dswall
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Posted: 16 Nov 2016 at 8:32pm |
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I put in hytrans once and it kept foaming. Old AC mechanic told me use ATF and been using it ever since. Works great
Edited by Dswall - 16 Nov 2016 at 8:34pm
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DiyDave
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Posted: 16 Nov 2016 at 8:48pm |
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I think the spec was 5w20...
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allischalmerguy
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Posted: 18 Nov 2016 at 1:44pm |
 Dswall wrote:
I put in hytrans once and it kept foaming. Old AC mechanic told me use ATF and been using it ever since. Works great |
What ATF do you use? Dextron or ford,,,,ect?
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It is great being a disciple of Jesus! 1950 WD, 1957 D17...retired in Iowa,
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