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On 9 Apr 2001, at 8:28, Ian Ruinaard wrote: > I would like to know what fluid to use in my Fastbacks auto > transmission (VIN is 319...) as well as oil grade to use. In the past > I have used a monograde SAE 30, as we don't have extremely cold > temperatures here (motor is standard, but a bit worn. I am not a great > fan of heavy engine oils - too much chance of bearing starvation at > higher rpm) The AT actually uses TWO fluids. Use Dexron ATF, via the filler tube at the front of the engine compartment. Also there is a separate compartment (the differential) that uses GL-5 Gear Lube. The filler for that is next to the right side output shaft under the car and uses a 17mm allen wrench to open. It's important to check this because it often gets forgotten and can run dry on these old cars. Running dry destroys the transmission, of course. I think SAE 30 is just fine unless it gets extremely hot where you live. I agree with you on extra heavy oils; most people who use them are probably doing more harm than good. > Looking at some pictures the other day, the later T1 (Beetle) offset > oil cooler set-up (the 'Doghouse') looks identical to the T3 cooler, > only that it is adapted to sit offset 7 straight up. Am I right ? Almost right. The type 1 cooler does not have the boss for the oil pressure switch and never came in the early 8mm oil port size. - Jim Adney jadney@vwtype3.org Madison, WI 53711-3054 USA ------------------------------------------------------------------- List info at http://www.vwtype3.org/list or mailto:help@vwtype3.org