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What is type A automatic transmission fluid?

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Roger

01-28-2002 11:27:37

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The manual for my TO-35 specifies using "only type A ATF" in the power steering pump reservoir but I'm not having any success locating the stuff. Does anyone know of a safe, modern-day substitute? Thanks in advance,
Roger

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massey man

02-03-2002 14:29:50

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Re: What is type A automatic transmission fluid? in reply to Roger, 01-28-2002 11:27:37

Type A ATF is the same as dextron II. Ihave used this for years in all my older masseys tractors and combines that callfor type a. I have checked this trought a lube oil dealer and my massey dealer does the same same thing.Do not use permatran in place of the atf to thick for the pump and other reasons. Mark the massey man.

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Mike

01-29-2002 23:55:35

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Re: What is type A automatic transmission fluid? in reply to Roger, 01-28-2002 11:27:37

I have been told not to use Dexron ATF in my MF 205 P,S,It will turn into gunk.I was told to use chevron tractor hydrolic fluid. You should ask Big Dean when he comes back in a couple of days. This might be a petrolium vs mineral base problem. Be very carefull:Mike

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Roger

01-30-2002 09:14:31

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Re: Re: What is type A automatic transmission fluid? in reply to Mike, 01-29-2002 23:55:35

Thanks for the info, Mike. I'll look into this a
bit more. I've got another question out to Big
Dean and I was wondering why he hadn't responded
yet...
Thanks again.
Roger

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gatractorman

01-29-2002 03:21:50

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Re: What is type A automatic transmission fluid? in reply to Roger, 01-28-2002 11:27:37

Hey Roger, type A tranny fluid used to be for Chrysler products, havent saw any in years I think the new Dextron/Mercon stuff is formulated to replace all old trans. fluid but to be sure ask at a auto parts place or a transmission shop.

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C. T. in Oklahoma

01-28-2002 16:51:43

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Re: What is type A automatic transmission fluid? in reply to Roger, 01-28-2002 11:27:37

Forgive me if I am missing something, but you do know the the "ATF" stands for automatic transmission fluid don't you? Then again, I probably am missing something.
C. T.

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Roger

01-29-2002 13:09:52

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Re: Re: What is type A automatic transmission fluid? in reply to C. T. in Oklahoma, 01-28-2002 16:51:43

C.T.;
Thanks for the reply. Yes, I know what ATF is.
Here's what my MF T0-35 manual (reprint of
original) states under the heading, Power Steering
Reservoir:
"Maintain oil level 1/4-1/2 inch above filter
using only type 'A' automatic transmission fluid." So far, I haven't been able to find type "A".
I've been advised to stay with factory recommended
lubricants since the newer, synthetics with
additives are not compatible with the older seals
and such. I'm thinking I should seek out the
right oil for the power steering system
particularly since I've just spent lots of time
and money rebuilding/replacing. If you ever come
across some info, please let me know. Thanks, Roger

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C. T. in Oklahoma

01-29-2002 17:31:03

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Re: Re: Re: What is type A automatic transmission fluid? in reply to Roger, 01-29-2002 13:09:52

Roger, sorry, I am pretty new in the tractor business. Most folks on this site are very knowlegable and I should have known better. I have friends at work that wouldn't have any idea what ATF stood for.
C. T.

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Roger

01-30-2002 09:09:03

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Re: Re: Re: Re: What is type A automatic transmission fluid? in reply to C. T. in Oklahoma, 01-29-2002 17:31:03

C.T.;
No need for an apology- I appreciate that you took
the time to respond in the first place. I'm still
looking for type"A" ATF or a qualified substitute
so if you hear of anything, I'd be grateful if you
let me know. Thanks again.
Roger

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M J Booker

07-29-2003 20:30:41

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Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: What is type A automatic trans in reply to Roger, 01-30-2002 09:09:03

Believe it or not, I found loads of type A ATF tranny fluid in our local general dollar stores, and some of the other dollar stores around town for $1.00 a quart.

I bought a few for my old Chrysler.

Just wanted to pass it along.

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C. T. in Oklahoma

01-30-2002 17:27:37

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Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: What is type A automatic transmission fluid? in reply to Roger, 01-30-2002 09:09:03

I found this web page and the minimum order is 12 quarts. They are located in St. Louis, Mo.
Link
C. T.

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Roger

01-31-2002 09:40:21

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Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: What is type A automatic transmission fluid? in reply to C. T. in Oklahoma, 01-30-2002 17:27:37

Thanks, C.T. I'll give a look.
Roger

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Dave_Id

01-28-2002 15:17:58

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Re: What is type A automatic transmission fluid? in reply to Roger, 01-28-2002 11:27:37

I'm just going from memory here, and I'm getting a severe case of CRS. But it used to be when you went into the auto store they sold basically two types. One for Ford, and one for all others. Don't remember which was which. Type A was one, and perhaps (I'm guessing here), Type F.

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