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AOD Fluid Question

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Im wondering what type of fluid this tranny takes and how much. Im going to be dropping the valve body also. Any ideas? Thanks
 
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I'd say about 13 quarts of Mercon.
 
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Mercon V has more additives and will
withstand heat better.
 
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Ford says the fluids are not interchangeable.
 

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AODE guys can swap to M-V if the system is completely drained and refilled. But the MV is a synthetic blend and helps with shudder control with regard to the AODE - I dont see the need for it in an AOD.

A trans cooler is a better way to extend the life of the fluid.

Curt's number sounds nice to me. The pan drop will probably lose 3-5 quarts (the converter has half the fluid in the system).

Good luck.
 
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