using additive to the trans fluid

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion' started by SWARTZ ME, Nov 10, 2008.

  1. Simtronic

    Simtronic Active Member

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    wasn't that the first iteration of the prius they burned stators with toyota WS in them I have always changed the WS for a decent synthetic my first prius my son is still driving with 370,000 miles on it. I change when I get the car and then every 60,000 miles. I have spoken to cab drivers that have done over 300,000 with redline or hyperdrive in theirs just don't chance any cheap dino oil in it
     
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    Use what you want, but any alternative to Toyota ATF WS is roundly discouraged by Toyota.

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    oops I really should read the dates
     
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    14 years on Redline D6 in trans still running perfect.

    Redline D6 in Trans
    Redline 5-30 in engine basically a 40 weight with zddp (Does not eat a drop of oil between changes at 165,000 miles)
    Redline water wetter in Inverter fluid.
     
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