Updated List of Dedicated MTF Fluids

[slacktide_bitog]

What would the recommendation be for a manual transmission that specifies 5W-30 engine oil?

Honda MTF or Pennzoil or Valvoline Synchromesh

 

[Pablo]

What would the recommendation be for a manual transmission that specifies 5W-30 engine oil?

I would see what works for others in the exact same gearbox in your region.

 

[MolaKule]

I wanted to ask if it could be considered as an alternative to motul? Are you familiar with these compounds? Probably from the "zols" eh?

I am very familiar with each chemical component.

Similar, yes, but not exactly a copy.

If each fluid's viscosity is on the order of 13.5-15 cSt@100C then one could be substituted for the other for a 75W90 grade.

 

[chris719]

Is it safe to assume any DCT fluid of appropriate viscosity and GL-4 rating can be used in a manual transmission? There are a few like Pentosin FFL-3, Motul Multi DCTF, Redline DCTF, etc. that cross reference with MT specs like BMW MTF-LT-5. However, there are a few that do not list GL-4 or the MT specs such as Motul High Torque DCTF or Pentosin FFL-Racing, but they do list other DCT fluids in the datasheet.