Seems I have been using Dexron in my 73. I know Ford has spec'd Type-F forever. I don't know how I got mixed-up. I think maybe the 92 Merc Grand Marquis said use Dexron and I transposed somehow. So yesterday the reverse gear on my 73 XR-7 would just wind off-idle and not back up out of the driveway. It won't budge and I can't push uphill.
I was wondering if I should try to drain the tranny fluid and refill it with type-F?
The car has slipped a little over the years when warmed up; but has always come through after a rest. The bands were adjusted about 8 years ago; but honestly, they have been getting worse. Time for a rebuilt transmission I think. At this point I gladly hand the money over to get her back on the road.
Will the type F refill be useless to try? Any ideas on draing the pan- I don't think they have a screw out plug, do they?
I was wondering if I should try to drain the tranny fluid and refill it with type-F?
The car has slipped a little over the years when warmed up; but has always come through after a rest. The bands were adjusted about 8 years ago; but honestly, they have been getting worse. Time for a rebuilt transmission I think. At this point I gladly hand the money over to get her back on the road.
Will the type F refill be useless to try? Any ideas on draing the pan- I don't think they have a screw out plug, do they?