quick4dr Posted February 20, 2010 Share Posted February 20, 2010 what tranny fluid should I be using? i did a flush and fill using BG fluid, but now i read it wasn't the best choice? should I just use subaru stuff. or is there another recommendation? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhe Posted February 20, 2010 Share Posted February 20, 2010 Subaru stuff (make sure it is the 5EAT stuff and not the 4EAT stuff) or Amsoil tranny fluid. Lloyd M. 2006 GRP LGT 5EAT Sedan [For Sale] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
05bikemobile Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 Subaru ATF+HP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrozenNorthLGT Posted February 22, 2010 Share Posted February 22, 2010 +end thread... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
05bikemobile Posted February 22, 2010 Share Posted February 22, 2010 +end thread... There are a few other types that are compatible but it seems that they are not easily found or purchased anywhere in the states. Go to the dealer and get their stuff. Its like $7 per quart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boymk123 Posted February 27, 2010 Share Posted February 27, 2010 what tranny fluid should I be using? i did a flush and fill using BG fluid, but now i read it wasn't the best choice? should I just use subaru stuff. or is there another recommendation? where did u read about that? BG is better than OEM, for the warranty part dont worry too much Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackfang Posted February 27, 2010 Share Posted February 27, 2010 Subaru ATF+HP +2 I haven't heard of the BG fluid except for their additives. I know they have a CVT fluid though.OP can you enlighten me on what you use? [SIZE=1][URL="http://public.fotki.com/blackfang/"]Pics[/URL] [B]08 KawasakiZZR 600- exhaust and other mods 98 Camaro Z/28 HT- some mods......street/strip car 07 Legacy 2.5i- SPT exhaust...daily driver[/B][/SIZE] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underpowerd Posted February 27, 2010 Share Posted February 27, 2010 BG Flush+OEM ATF+BG additive = choice. Tough to find a dealer that also offers the BG trans service though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishbone Posted March 2, 2010 Share Posted March 2, 2010 OEM ATF is one of the best there is. Switching is a waste unless you have good reason such as beating on it all the time, racing constantly, etc etc. Drain/fill OEM once a year or aroudn 15-20K miles if you are that concerned and call it a day. I really don't get you guys. You want to take good care of the transmission, yet you opt to go with ATF fluid that is NOT on the list of compatible ATF per SOA/JATCO. IF you want to go with something "better" than OEM, then why not stick to a fluid that has been proven to work even if it's not quoted: Amsoil. Regardless, I'm making note who is running what, I'll let other people be the guinnea pig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonardo Posted March 6, 2010 Share Posted March 6, 2010 OEM here and doing fine with monthly SCCA Auto-x's Nearing 30Ksince last flush so it is overdue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClimberDHexMods Posted March 9, 2010 Share Posted March 9, 2010 OEM ATF is one of the best there is. Switching is a waste unless you have good reason such as beating on it all the time, racing constantly, etc etc. Drain/fill OEM once a year or aroudn 15-20K miles if you are that concerned and call it a day. I really don't get you guys. You want to take good care of the transmission, yet you opt to go with ATF fluid that is NOT on the list of compatible ATF per SOA/JATCO. IF you want to go with something "better" than OEM, then why not stick to a fluid that has been proven to work even if it's not quoted: Amsoil. Regardless, I'm making note who is running what, I'll let other people be the guinnea pig +1. And Amsoil is WAYYYYY better for certain conditions such as very cold and very hot. Probably lasts a lot longer, though I'm not going to find out. Otherwise a complete waste of money. It's also about the most universal fluid you can find, so I put it in all the cars except the old Avalon that would probably run just fine on bacon grease [CENTER][B][I] Front Limited Slip Racing Differentials for the 5EAT now available for $1895 shipped, please inquire for details! [/I][/B][/CENTER] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warbaby Posted March 15, 2010 Share Posted March 15, 2010 Has anyone noticed that Amsoil has updated their specifications on the Synthetic ATF to list that it is now specifically compatible with both Subaru ATF and Subaru ATF-HP? http://www.amsoil.com/storefront/atf.aspx Maybe this will reduce some of the debate as to whether it was truly compatible with our 5EAT or not. I'm going to keep running ATF-HP for now, but it's good to know we now have a confirmed synthetic option. Any thoughts from the experts on here? (I don't want to reopen the entire OEM vs. synthetic debate, but I'm a big fan of Amsoil's products and run their motor oil in everything I own.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishbone Posted March 15, 2010 Share Posted March 15, 2010 The track record definitely seems to indicate their update is in line with what we know Note that if you call SOA and ask them, they will most likely stick by their story that only the OEM stuff or the list of approved fluids is OK, because they haven't work with Amsoil or any other partner on the "certification" (whatever that may entail). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snow05gtRI Posted March 17, 2010 Share Posted March 17, 2010 what is this subaru ATF+HP (or ATF-HP)?? is this the normal 5eat stuff, or do they have a "high performance" fluid for the 5eat? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonardo Posted March 17, 2010 Share Posted March 17, 2010 It is the only fluid for the 5EAT from Subaru. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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