fluid changes
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Racer
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From: burke va
fluid changes
greetings ... this thread might be better in tech but it's not a major mechanical item so...
fluid changes --- are you doing "power flushes" for transmission; power steering; oil; etc. why/why not? my '05 has 38,000 miles driven for fun and to "save time" when i need to get in/out traffic. it's not babied; goes on serious vette runs but not a track car ( racers read "wimp"!) the "power flush" concept has my attention even if the book says some fluid changes may not be needed. opinions appreciated ... bob
fluid changes --- are you doing "power flushes" for transmission; power steering; oil; etc. why/why not? my '05 has 38,000 miles driven for fun and to "save time" when i need to get in/out traffic. it's not babied; goes on serious vette runs but not a track car ( racers read "wimp"!) the "power flush" concept has my attention even if the book says some fluid changes may not be needed. opinions appreciated ... bob
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Melting Slicks
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From: Pasadena, CA
greetings ... this thread might be better in tech but it's not a major mechanical item so...
fluid changes --- are you doing "power flushes" for transmission; power steering; oil; etc. why/why not? my '05 has 38,000 miles driven for fun and to "save time" when i need to get in/out traffic. it's not babied; goes on serious vette runs but not a track car ( racers read "wimp"!) the "power flush" concept has my attention even if the book says some fluid changes may not be needed. opinions appreciated ... bob
fluid changes --- are you doing "power flushes" for transmission; power steering; oil; etc. why/why not? my '05 has 38,000 miles driven for fun and to "save time" when i need to get in/out traffic. it's not babied; goes on serious vette runs but not a track car ( racers read "wimp"!) the "power flush" concept has my attention even if the book says some fluid changes may not be needed. opinions appreciated ... bob
Le Mans Master
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From: Tucson AZ
Fluid changes at recommended intervals are a good idea. The "Power Flush" is NOT. Many horror stories about the flush treatment stirring up debris that causes trouble. Just get a regular drain and fill. Better yet, do it yourself, so you know it was done right. The trans change can be a little messy when you drop the pan, but that's how memories are formed! 
Le Mans Master
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From: Montreal Qc
Fluid changes at recommended intervals are a good idea. The "Power Flush" is NOT. Many horror stories about the flush treatment stirring up debris that causes trouble. Just get a regular drain and fill. Better yet, do it yourself, so you know it was done right. The trans change can be a little messy when you drop the pan, but that's how memories are formed!
...and if it's a manual, the trans change is easy to do and not too messy. 
