I know this has been discussed before. I've read half a dozen threads on the topic and the more I read the more I'm not sure.
I have a 08 Forester 5mt. Just changed the tranny and rear diff fluids yesterday. Here are some pics:
http://sugar.webfors.com/gallery/gearllube
I'm a little concerned about the amount of metal shavings/goo on both diff (worse looking) and tranny magnetic drain plugs. However, I've read on nasioc and sugaruforester.org that this amount is normal, especially for a new car.
That being said, I want to reopen the discussion on the best fluid for this manual tranny. It's a different beast then most other mt's, like Hondas. Manual recommends 75w90 gl-5. I put in Motul Gear300 all around yesterday.
I've used amsoil mtf in both my previous Hondas (si and crv) and loved the stuff. So I'm considering amsoil again for my next change in the spring.
There's many members on subaruforester.org that recommend RedLine *lightweight* shockproof mixed with Gear300. One member in particular appears to have extensive experience with subie trannies and highly recommends both these products, mixed or not.
I've read threads by Bill, Joe (from PA) who were looking at amsoil but never heard a follow up on their experience.
So, hammer me with info. Keep in mind, we're talking about subaru manual trannies here. So fluid recommendations/suggestions/experiences for other trannies don't neccessarily apply.
Thanks!
I have a 08 Forester 5mt. Just changed the tranny and rear diff fluids yesterday. Here are some pics:
http://sugar.webfors.com/gallery/gearllube
I'm a little concerned about the amount of metal shavings/goo on both diff (worse looking) and tranny magnetic drain plugs. However, I've read on nasioc and sugaruforester.org that this amount is normal, especially for a new car.
That being said, I want to reopen the discussion on the best fluid for this manual tranny. It's a different beast then most other mt's, like Hondas. Manual recommends 75w90 gl-5. I put in Motul Gear300 all around yesterday.
I've used amsoil mtf in both my previous Hondas (si and crv) and loved the stuff. So I'm considering amsoil again for my next change in the spring.
There's many members on subaruforester.org that recommend RedLine *lightweight* shockproof mixed with Gear300. One member in particular appears to have extensive experience with subie trannies and highly recommends both these products, mixed or not.
I've read threads by Bill, Joe (from PA) who were looking at amsoil but never heard a follow up on their experience.
So, hammer me with info. Keep in mind, we're talking about subaru manual trannies here. So fluid recommendations/suggestions/experiences for other trannies don't neccessarily apply.
Thanks!