Recent content by racer12306

Just like how all Neons had head gasket issues when really it was just the 95s The ZF transmission options are generally considered solid but to some Chryslers will always have bad transmissions. I believe the LG8 is a Shell product and LG9 is a Fuchs product.

Most Chrysler products haven't used a Chrysler designed transmission in many years. For the most part they are ZF designed units with a couple exceptions.

This is surprising to me. Were you regularly over 200*? I had to look at your history, so I assume this is the 8HP that Chrysler builds to ZF spec. Is this a Wrangler or Gladiator I'd lean to there is an issue with that transmission more so than the fluid is bad. The Mopar fluid is rebottled...

My truck lives on paved roads, paved driveway, etc. I change it every 60k and it could probably go further.

Did you change the filter mid run? I'm assuming no since you said zero make up oil. I'll be curious of the filter condition at 15k miles, mainly because I've only gone 10-11k miles on a filter. It is tempting to try another 20k run on mine and make sure it goes over a winter, even though my...

Wow, 5 pages. Impressive.

I don't know, those 3/4 race cams are crazy. :ROFLMAO:

What kind of engine is this? Nitro engines (blown versions and injected versions) use straight 70. And I'm pretty sure blown alcohol engines such as TA/D and Pro Mod run 60 or 70 grade.

The difference between the filters is too significant to use one over the other.

It probably doesn't really matter when you are removing and replacing just the filter, but if it was put in dry, into a new metal housing, I could definitely see it binding up. Because there will be oil in it in the future, there may never be an issue again. However, I do as demarpaint says...

It doesn't help you in this case, but do you have a UPS store at least semi local? Highly recommend getting the UPS pre-paid.

Still substantial

A MONTH!?!?!

I had a ZTR for 11 seasons. I struggled with the brand decision. My ultimate decision was to go with one where the servicing dealer was most accessible just in case. I got a good one and didn't need to utilize them for service at all. I would suggest the lowest tier of commercial or the highest...

I don't think anyone here will argue with your post. However, it comes down to one word. Hassle Is it worth the hassle when someone else may be footing the bill for a repair? I am not suing a company over an oil filter.