To all those looking\needing\wanting to change your tranny fluid:

I am trying to put together a day to get everyone together that needs to do this.
I have found a great tranny fluid: Torco synthetic racing RTF. I recently switched to Torco RTF in my car. The tranny feels great. It was ok before, but now its awesome.

The car is smoother when downshifting, I hear little to no syncro spool now, and I can get the car into first at 30 MPH. I'm not kidding, w proper rev matching it glides right in to 1st w\ normal effort as high as 30 MPH.

I would like to get as many people as I can on this. Time would be 15 mins or so, and we can set up appointments throught the day. We would take care of all spent fluids, clean the drain plug and fill the tranny back up. You can even sit in the car while we move the car up and down on the lift.

The price for the full tranny service would be $55-$60.

We can also include Torco Motor Oil changes as well. It's a full synthetic motor oil that does not break down. All you would need to do is change filters. The oil can be used as long as 10,000+ miles.

So who would be interested in such an event?

Regards,
Ashley

Order List -

Porsche914boxer4 - tranny and rear end
Lemon Herb - tranny and rear end
skimmilk68 - tranny and rear end
cdclark - tranny, motor, rear end
Thevaliantknite - tranny and motor oil
HeyChris - tranny and rear diff

I would be
:disco:

dang and I just had the dealer change the trans fluid on sat.:furious: I would have been very interested...might still if you say it reduces the synchro noise :cool:

RR:D

WHERE IS THIS PLACE??? i always PM ashley about location and other info, but i never get reply, can someone tell me where dyanmicspeed is? like specific address or perhaps a phone # also

i would be count me in

Originally posted by skimmilk68
WHERE IS THIS PLACE??? i always PM ashley about location and other info, but i never get reply, can someone tell me where dyanmicspeed is? like specific address or perhaps a phone # also

he probably doesnt reply because you spell his company name wrong

ps ashley you know im in, see you tomorrow for server move funtastic stuff

i'm in
:lol:

man, i only have 4k miles on my shockproof :( couldn't you have done this a month, month and a half ago?

count me in

I'm interested in this. What matters though is what day it is going to be on.

count me in.

Originally posted by skimmilk68
WHERE IS THIS PLACE??? i always PM ashley about location and other info, but i never get reply, can someone tell me where dyanmicspeed is? like specific address or perhaps a phone # also


Got your PM. The shop I work out of is in Long beach. I do installations by appointment only on weekends and sometimes weekday evenings, as the shop serves another purpose M-F 8-5. A permanent facility is in the works.

Ashley



Glad to see there is intrest!!

I had DynamiSpeed change the tranny fluid to Torco RTF too...while my trans wasn't bad at all, the RTF did show a noticeable improvement in shifting ease and noise reduction, and when coing to a stop, I can easily engage 1st gear on a 5-10 mph roll without any drama.

I also had then put in Torco SR-5 in the crankcase too...full synthetic not blended like Mobil 1! Dunno if its better, but I feel better.

ashley


still waiting on my install. Let me know whats going on

Hmmmm.. I might be interested. I put Mobil 1 in about 7,000 miles ago or so. I don't really need it but I'm interested in seeing if this really works as you say.

How about a brake fluid day? Now that's something I need done!

i have just over 3000mi on the car, too early for the trans. fluid?

Originally posted by rawrFERNY
i have just over 3000mi on the car, too early for the trans. fluid?

depends on how your tranny feels

Ashleys car has the best tranny of any wrx ive ever driven (read more than most people) and he changed his fluid at 25k and said he noticed an improvement.

When I rode with him today he was able to downshift into first at 30mph with the torco, pretty impressive

What days are you doing this? I have roughly about 9K in my car. Do I need to change it soon?

I was going to buy the repair/service manuals to do it myself. Thing is at Renick, but its gonna cost $200+ for them and I don't have a free day to DL the pdf files from subaru tech web site.

Maybe its just a reason to look for parts and drive to your shop. BTW, where in SoCal???

man, i'm deffinately in need of this..... my only problem is time.... i dunno when i'd be able to get down to LBC and get it done
do ya'll make friday appointments?

I'm in depending on the day...got a busy month of May coming up...

I had redline, royal purple, and Torco in my car. All had their benefits, but after so many miles problems would arise with shifting into first at a stop. Only going back to dino oil did it help.

I think I may have mentioned Torco in the tranny forum if you do a search for Torco.

It's good stuff, but just don't assume it will fix all your woes, or that your tranny will be in tip top shape.

I'm in Fo' Sho'!

Can I get my differential fluid changed as well?

When is this gonna happen?
TT

Originally posted by TastyTurbo
I'm in Fo' Sho'!

Can I get my differential fluid changed as well?

When is this gonna happen?
TT

Yes, this will probably be an option as well.

sorry to threadjack. But ashley still waiting for a response. Have sent several PMs. Would like to get parts installed still waiting for a response.

Originally posted by teiva-boy
I had redline, royal purple, and Torco in my car. All had their benefits, but after so many miles problems would arise with shifting into first at a stop. Only going back to dino oil did it help.

I think I may have mentioned Torco in the tranny forum if you do a search for Torco.

It's good stuff, but just don't assume it will fix all your woes, or that your tranny will be in tip top shape.

Did you use the Torco RTF or MTF? If you used the standard MTF I believe it is rated about GL-4 viscocity. RTF is about a GL-6.

What about the rear diff as well?

Also how does RTF compare to Neo Synthetic, I have heard awsome stuff about that product and was planning to use it in a few thousand miles when I had plan to do the change.

I'd be interested as well. The sooner the better!

Originally posted by MINO
Did you use the Torco RTF or MTF? If you used the standard MTF I believe it is rated about GL-4 viscocity. RTF is about a GL-6.


Have used both. I was testing Torco Products for a vendor that gave me the whole line at his distributor cost.

I like their motor oils, and bike products. But don't think the transmission fluid is all that great. Or at least not what it's being hyped up to be.

I have 8k on my 04 wRX ( do i need my oil changed yet)?

Originally posted by Lever2ooo
I have 8k on my 04 wRX ( do i need my oil changed yet)?

engine oil? like 5k ago

Just a followup...drove the RTF in heavy rush hour traffic...Long Beach to Pasadena and back at 5 pm...really felt good, especially when I had to down shift into first 25,000 times (slight exaggeration). I hope it continues to work!

hey ashley i'm down as well!:disco: set up a day, man!

Set it up. How about the weekend after RIM?

I will be in for Tranny and Diff Fluid. Brakes too, if you want to do that....

I'll be setting up the date in the next few days. Obviously I'd like to get as many in as possible. Basically we will take orders for what you want done (engine oil, tranny, rear end etc,) and I will have the product on hand accordingly.

We are offering the RTF GL-6 tranny fluid. It is a fully synthetic racing tranny fluid.

The motor oil we are offering will be either the full synthetic, or the semi synthetic blend.

Regards,
Ashley




Please stay tuned for the Dynamispeed Bushing Day.

Originally posted by Dynamispeed
Please stay tuned for the Dynamispeed Bushing Day.
Now that's something I'm in for. ;)

-Charlie

Im in like flynt. Just let me know what the day is and I will without a doubt do it.

I am pretty interested, especially in the bushing day. ill keep watching.

Yeah lets nail down a date ASAP. I need to change my engine oil this week or next, and would rather go with this than a regular dealer change job.

BTW, will the filter i have laying around from my 01 RS (EJ25) work on a 02 WRX? I still have a couple leftover new OEM filters in the garage, along with the washers...

Please tell me the bushing day will include steering rack busings.... if so, I'm all over that!:D

Ashley, can you post the exact fluid you are using to diff/tranny/ etc, I would like to take notes on what I plan to put in my car later.

Originally posted by rossscarbro
Please tell me the bushing day will include steering rack busings.... if so, I'm all over that!:D

If i can figure out a quick way to change them out... yes.

;)

Originally posted by |Thrax|
Ashley, can you post the exact fluid you are using to diff/tranny/ etc, I would like to take notes on what I plan to put in my car later.

tranny fluid - Torco RTF GL-6 rating 100% synthetic

Motor oil option one - Torco SR-5 100% synthetic

Motor oil option two - Torco SR-1 synthetic blend (mobil 1 equivilent)


The SR-5 is the better oil, It is about double the price of Mobil 1 but you can use it twice as long, just change the filter and top it off. We will give you an extra liter for this purpose (6 total)

The SR-1 is about the same price as Mobil 1 and is equivilent in grade and longevity.


Ashley

Oh yea.. what about diff oil, is there one that is better then the other?

Thanks! :)

I was also wondering if you shipped my gpmoto silencer out already.

Originally posted by |Thrax|
Oh yea.. what about diff oil, is there one that is better then the other?

Thanks! :)

I was also wondering if you shipped my gpmoto silencer out already.

I havent done the diff oil yet. Im going to find out what will work best for our limited slip units in the WRX\STI. They have synthetic gear oil and limited slip additives available.

Well there seems to be enough intrest....


How about May 15th?


:banana:

Also check out the bushing day thread

Bushing Day (http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=549173)

Ashley

I'm interested in tranny oil as well, May 15th would work out nicely too

I'm in!!! Let me know what date. Thanx!

im about due for an oil change

im in. sign me up.

sounds good....i'm down for that!

interested

OK guys who wants what???

The date has be set to May 15th

I will also have filters and crush washers available for those that need\want them. Let me know what you want so we can get our order in.


Ashley

Tranny and rear diff for me

Eli --I need tranny, differential, and if anyone will help me bleed my brakes, that would be awesome.

Originally posted by Porsche914boxer4
Eli --I need tranny, differential, and if anyone will help me bleed my brakes, that would be awesome.

We can bleed them

OK guys the master list has been started. Please make sure you post AFTER this post and state what you want done (tranny\motor\rearend) and what grade motor oil you want.

Remember you have a choice between semi senthetic (SR1 Mobil 1 equivelent) and full synthetic (SR5) motor oils, so please specify your selection.


Subaru oil filters will be available but please let me know if you want one at least a week prior so I can make sure I get them in time.

You are also welcome to bring your own oil filter if you have a preference.

I will post exact pricing for all services early next week.

Ashley

Again I want tranny and Diff, I dunno which oil. You know more about it, what do you think is best?

I want tranny, motor and diff. This is for a daily driver, not really abused much. Let me know what you think would be best.

tranny , diff for me

Hey Ashley.
I'll do motor oil option 1. (5w 50 preffered). Crush gasket and filter.
And the tranny.

Does Torco have an engine flush that they'd recommend?
I've got 61k and would like to get some of that gunk out.

Ill take what ever is best. . . so i guess that RTF GL-6 tanny fluid and some fully synthetic.

Ashley,

Put me on the list for the Tranny & Rear Diff. fluid changes...

The way I drive... I need to keep up with the [transmission/diff] fluid maintenance like the previous owner of my sweet ryde.

Chris.

:cool:

ok how do you change the oil filter w/o changing the oil? aren't you gonna loose a lot of oil that way? i could understand if our filter was at the top of the block or something, but since it's way at the bottom...

Originally posted by narenji
ok how do you change the oil filter w/o changing the oil? aren't you gonna loose a lot of oil that way? i could understand if our filter was at the top of the block or something, but since it's way at the bottom...


You lose a little bit. We are giving you an extra quart to top off with when you go w\ the full synthetic option.

Ashley

Okay, count me in.. I just did my diff.. with Neo, so all I need is the tranny.
fully synthetic on the tranny please!!!

You never put prices on this stuffs. I need to know since I have to pay insurnace this week as well.

How much for the motor, tranny, and rear diff?

interested.
tranny and rear diff for me :)

I want in on the tranny! The bottom bolt on my rear diff is jammed stuck otherwise i would do that too.

im in just incase you forgot me

hey maybe I missed it, but what time of the day should we come in? I have a lot of wedding-related stuff to do on saturday morning and early afternoon... could I swing by late afternoon?

Edit: I also still need to know if my extra '00 RS (EJ25) Filter and crush washer will work?

This is still going right? What is the price?

I'm interested if I can come in after 3pm...to do a tranny fluid change.

Damn you late guys!
I wanted to use the lift to install some stuff after your oil changes.:lol:

Originally posted by MINO
Damn you late guys!
I wanted to use the lift to install some stuff after your oil changes.:lol:


Hey Jason,

If you were a nice guy, someone might let you use the other lift:devil:

Originally posted by HighSpeedRacerX
Hey Jason,

If you were a nice guy, someone might let you use the other lift:devil:

crap, my vinyl sticker fetish may have cost me a lift.:lol:

Originally posted by MINO
crap, my vinyl sticker fetish may have cost me a lift.:lol:

Yesh! It usually costs something where fetishes are concerned.

You PLAY, you PAY! A life lesson well learned, grasshopper. :lol:

ashley, you said you guys could help bleed my brakes while I get the tranny/diff oil changed, is this still the case?

what time should I be there?

what will the total be for:

tranny oil change (need fluid)
Diff oil change (need fluid)
brake bleed (bringing my own motul)?

Thanks,
Eli

Ok guys. The pricing is-

$60 for tranny GL6

$20 for rear Diff full synthetic 75W 90 w\ limited slip additive.


Eli- we will bleed your brakes, just buy us lunch (Ron and I) At the burger place next door ~$5 bucks each


We also tried the GL-6 RTF in a 2002 car w\ a not so good tranny, and improvements were felt. The owner reported slicker, easier shifting and the MPH that he was able to get into first was increased.


It will take a few miles for the new fluid to wash away the old stuff left in the gearbox.

This is the final list for MAY 15th:

Porsche914boxer4 - tranny and rear end $80 + lunch :)
Lemon Herb - tranny and rear end $80
skimmilk68 - tranny and rear end $80
cdclark - tranny, motor, rear end $80 possible motor oil
VoltroNN - tranny and rear diff $80
HeyChris - tranny and rear diff $80
blk04 - tranny $60
shumai_boi - tranny and rear end $80
GimmeScoobySnacks - tranny $60
Makoto - tranny $60



We will be at the shop from 9:30 - 4:30 ish

Please post when you want to come so we can get a sort of schedule. If you can't make it please let me know so I can remove your order, as I am ordering enough to cover the people listed. Those of you that want to come in the afternoon that is fine.

Remember, it will only take about 15 minutes, and we will takse care of all spent fluids.

If you have any questions please give me a call
909 908 4089

the address is
20434 S. Santa Fe Ave.,Long Beach,Ca 90810


Regards,
Ashley

I plan to be there around 10AM

sounds great. see you then. i'll be there probably around 10 AM.

We have 3 guys arond 10. that will take care of that hour.

11 AM and later available.



Ashley

..

I'll be there after 4pm.

Ill be down, around noon I guess. Unless something else happens in which case I can sit around and wait when I get there.

Originally posted by Dynamispeed


We will be at the shop from 9:30 - 4:30 ish

If you have any questions please give me a call
909 908 4089

the address is
20434 S. Santa Fe Ave.,Long Beach,Ca 90810


Regards,
Ashley


Go to the North gate and tell the security guard that you are here to see RON...he will direct you.

i will be there around 10:00 with blk04 :)

I'll get there ~1030 n 11am and suffer through the 1st come 1st serve wait....


Does this stuff smell like typical tranny fluid? Or is the odor like grapes.... Like Royal Purple:D

Originally posted by HeyChris
I'll get there ~1030 n 11am and suffer through the 1st come 1st serve wait....


Does this stuff smell like typical tranny fluid? Or is the odor like grapes.... Like Royal Purple:D

smells ok... not like grapes

I apologize for the late notice, but I will not be able to make it tomorrow to get my tranny oil changed. I'll be in contact to get this done at another time.

Ashley,

Let me know if you got my PMs from the last couple days, I need to reschedule as well and I haven't seen a response.

-Cameron

no problem Cameron. Ill give your spot away and get more fluid so we can do yours at a later date.

Thanks, Let me know when works for you. Weekday evenings would be best at this point, my weekends are shot until September.

I have to say this actually made a differnce, and if you disagree then blah. My buttdyno is infallible, but here is my simple review for non believers. The better oil allows the syncros to move more freely making shifting noticeably smoother and improves downshifting greatly. The most noticeable change is in lower gears and especially when getting down into first while still moving.

If this ever happens again I would recomend not missing it.

we have 5 gallons left of trannt fluid. we will be offering another one of these. Please those who participated today offer your comments :)


Ashley

Here's the hightlight of the day:

http://www.shaneff.com/images/seanroy/tooth.jpg

I've highlighted the chunk that is believed to be a gear tooth.

ugh. some sorry bastard needs a new diff!


woot

I'm famous... That's MY FOOT in your new promo photo... :D

Ashley, the Torco fluids is such a dramatic change from my Valvoline Syn... Gear changes are much smoother, and I swear I gained back some of the drivetrain loss from the older fluids I had.

Chris.

btw, the 'leftover' fluids burnt off by the time I got home via the fwy...:p [pouring one out for the homies who couldn't make it.]

Originally posted by HeyChris
I'm famous... That's MY FOOT in your new promo photo... :D

Ashley, the Torco fluids is such a dramatic change from my Valvoline Syn... Gear changes are much smoother, and I swear I gained back some of the drivetrain loss from the older fluids I had.

Chris.

btw, the 'leftover' fluids burnt off by the time I got home via the fwy...:p [pouring one out for the homies who couldn't make it.]


Thanks to Chris and all the others that came out. It was great to see you again and even better that you felt a noticable difference. We will definately be having another tranny day :)


Ashley

I felt a difference right away. Even more now that it has been a few days. I am really glad I did it.
Thank you RON and Ashely!

Hey Guys,

I'm glad you could make it! And, more importantly, your car is glad you did too:D

-Ron

I have to save my pennies so I can get the full service on bushing day. And remember the warning.

"Pregnancy may cause birth defects"

Wow, what a difference. I just changed my tranny fluid out, and all I have to say is... WOW!!!:eek: I was playing with my downshift on the freeway 5th --> 4th, and it goes in like a hot knife into butter, almost automatic. Thanx Ron for the emergency call.:p

Stan

Any chance I could come by on a weekday evening and use up the rest of your 5 gallons :) ?

I'd really like to get this done, and I need to change my engine oil anyway....

Originally posted by cdclark
Any chance I could come by on a weekday evening and use up the rest of your 5 gallons :) ?

I'd really like to get this done, and I need to change my engine oil anyway....

We should be able to work something out...

Let me know if you want torco motor oil as well

Originally posted by skinart76
Wow, what a difference. I just changed my tranny fluid out, and all I have to say is... WOW!!!:eek: I was playing with my downshift on the freeway 5th --> 4th, and it goes in like a hot knife into butter, almost automatic. Thanx Ron for the emergency call.:p

Stan

Hey Stan,

No prob...glad you like it!:D

is this still going on? i changed my tran/rear fluid with an*other brand not too long ago, and it feels like complete and utter crap...

Originally posted by monkeytronZ
is this still going on? i changed my tran/rear fluid with an*other brand not too long ago, and it feels like complete and utter crap...


We can get another one going if there is intrest. Have heard nothing buy good things from the participants of last tranny day.


Ashley

well definitely mark down as DOWN for the next tranny day. (this is monkeytronZ btw, carlos the great and terrible banned me for some reason)

I'm still interested in another day, or a weekday evening. Let me know what works for you guys. I'm in OC.

i need to come by for a tranny and motor change also. anytime soon??

i want in please for a tranny oil change. let me know...hope its not too late...thanks

i need tranny and rear diff... is this coming alive again... ashley is MIA =(

Yea I would like the oil change too any chance of this happening again or I could go somewere to get it done?

bump for ashley to get his butt back online

yes please, i need a transmission fluid change!!!

Currently, highspeedracerx and I are discussing getting this thing going again. We, however, are not vendors. Just close friends of Ashleys. Ashley has been very busy and I would not want to step on his toes untill we get his "blessing".

If you are interested PM me.

Hi, everyone! Sorry for my absence. It was only supposed to be for a week or two, but personal problems turned it into 2 months. We have another drum of tranny fluid still to use up. from the first day. We can get cases of the motor oil as well. Post here if you are interested!

I have heard nothing but good things from the participants of the last tranny day. Everyone was satisfied with their fluids :)



Ashley,
Dynamispeed

Glad you are back Ashley!

Welcome back! It's about friggin time!

omg.. ashley ure alive...

i need tranny and rear diff.. asap... let me know

mark

i wanna tranny fluid change pls ashley!

:banana:

I still need tranny and rear diff... but no longer motor oil. Weekdays are best, or weekends AFTER Sept 10

This will definately be after september 10. We are looking to have this on a Saturday in about a month. I'll get all of you the specific details.

Regards,
Ashley

i am SO IN! my car is dying... tranny and rear diff, please!! just need to know when?!

i'll copy monkeynutZ...i'm in like a priest at boyscout camp!

me too!

i need mine changed too desperately. tranny and diff. so please let me know when...thanx

is there a date set yet?

is there a date set yet?
scotty, if no new info comes up soon, gimme a call we can do IT at my pad.

scotty, if no new info comes up soon, gimme a call we can do IT at my pad.


yeah i remember the last time we did IT... you pulled your plug out too soon, and got fluid all over the floor.


if i get desperate i'll give you a call.

I've got kartboy ss and shifting isn't as smooth and notchy as it used to be...I feel more grinding between gears too...can you guys help me in changing some fluid to make it smoother? Thanks!

...just please dont say its the weekend of the 25th of sept!!

Shoot Say Something At Least Hehe J/p

I'd like to get ALL fluids done! when and where and I'll be there..after my vacation! :)

lets do this!

how much $$$ are we looking at to do all fluids...approx price is cool with me :)

I guess it's not happening anymore...:(

is this happening soon? if not i can just come by on a week day next week and do it. i can't do it on a saturday anyways 'cuz i'll be working till 3pm. so let me know lease thanks.

dat sucks .... delete this thread then..

how about if we all have a meet and do it ourselves, except i don't know where to get the supplies we need. :rolleyes:

im down for a tranny and diff job :banana: if this is ever to happen let me know!

Is ashley hot?

i'm still interested in a ALL fluid change...or else it's to the freakin dealer this Sat...

still wanting to change my fluids...

So,

This thread is 3 pages long..... By the time I post this item all of the above people could have already changed their own fluids by now.... OR taken it to Rally Sport Engineering in Costa Mesa or Suby Specialties or the dealer....

Chris.

So,

This thread is 3 pages long..... By the time I post this item all of the above people could have already changed their own fluids by now.... OR taken it to Rally Sport Engineering in Costa Mesa or Suby Specialties or the dealer....

Chris.

But I (i'm sure others also) would rather take it to someone who will FOR SURE do a good job on it... :)

I'm still up for having it changed too!
Hell, I drive up to 1500 miles a week, its ALWAYS time to change something.

i think maybe this fluid ended up not being all it was cracking up to be at first... with time all these fluids that start off great seem to start syncro grinding later on.

maybe some of you that had the tranny fluid done befor can give us an update... does your cars still downshift like a honda tranny into first? :lol:

edgar, :)

i think maybe this fluid ended up not being all it was cracking up to be at first... with time all these fluids that start off great seem to start syncro grinding later on.

maybe some of you that had the tranny fluid done befor can give us an update... does your cars still downshift like a honda tranny into first? :lol:

edgar, :)



This is what I was thinking as well. I'm still debating what trans/diff fluid to use.

I actually did the original tranny fluid day and I'm ready to change it....

As I change my fluids once a year.... Just to keep the car, and my 'mind' happy.

C.

man...i changed everything like many moons ago. screw monkeytronZ by the way. commie bastard.

how often are you suppose to change the tranny fluid?

around 30k is adecent rule of thumb. but if you do alot of high speed runs at the track or alot of running in the higher rev ranges on say a canyon road...maybe a little sooner. me...i do it once a year. just because. kinda like bathing.

but what about the gear oil? did it continue to be as good as the first day? what did it hold up like?

edgar, :)