Nulon G70 for notchy transmission

[Spetz]

Hi guys,

I have a 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero/Montero manual.

A common issue is that (especially when cold) 2nd gear is hard to get in.

The Pajero forums recommend this friction modifier which apparently helps a lot:

Smooth Shift Manual Gearbox and Diff Treatment (G70)

www.nulon.com.au

Would this in the longterm degrade the transmission even further?
My understanding is these types of friction modifiers actually create more friction so synchros work a bit better - Is this correct?

 

[atikovi]

I'd avoid additives and use a fluid that's made for helping eliminate those issues. https://www.redlineoil.com/mtl-75w80-gl-4-gear-oil

 

[Rand]

you dont really want reduced friction in a passenger car manual transmission.

 

[aquariuscsm]

you dont really want reduced friction in a passenger car manual transmission.

^^This. If your tranny fluid is "too slippery" you'll get gear clash every time you shift. Dedicated standard tranny fluids have the friction adds the synchros need to function.

 

[adams355]

I have used it many years ago with some old oil, worked well. Best to change to a quality gear oil though if you have the time etc.