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What is the laatest recommendation for trans fluid in the 2nd gen?

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Default What is the laatest recommendation for trans fluid in the 2nd gen?
Since these things change and opinions vary I wanted to ask for more recent info. Anyone have a fluid they think is the new thing? OR the old reliable stuff that you rather stand by?

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I use only Mopar ATF+4.
 
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atf +4. found that out the hard way. was usin dextron/mercon whatever that mix is and it was shiftin wildly. changed the pan and put atf + 4 in it and now its smooth as a top.
 
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Only the dodge brand atf+4 or are other brands ok?

Chevron or other brand atf+4 ok?
 
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Any brand of +4 should be fine.
I personally prefer +3 that my truck came with.
+4 is a technically superior fluid but I find it makes older trucks shift kinda mushy
 
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This website lists the benefits of ATF+4, as well as an interesting tidbit on color and smell.
http://www.apsprecision.com/tipstricks.html

It says:

Transmission Fluid
All 93 Up - Chrysler products other then Minivans that were factory filled with ATF+2 or ATF+3 should now be updated to the Semi Synthetic ATF+4. The new ATF+4 offers many benefits as seen below

Benefits Include:
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Better anti-wear properties
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Improved rust/corrosion prevention
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Controls oxidation
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Eliminates deposits
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Controls friction
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Retains anti-foaming properties
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Superior properties for low temperature operation
[/ul] Fluid Color
Mopar ATF+4 is a World Class Fluid having exceptional durability. However, the red dye used in ATF+4 is not permanent; as the fluid ages it may become darker or appear brown in color. The ATF+4 also has a unique odor that may change with age. With ATF+4 fluid, color and odor are no longer indicators of fluid condition and do not support a fluid change. Use 45K miles or 3 Years as your guide also replace filter and have bands adjusted at service intervals.

 
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TSB 21-010-06
http://dodgeram.info/tsb/2006/21-010-06.htm

Valvoline ATF+4 is available @ most auto stores.
 
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Mopar ATF +4 is available at Wally World $4.84 a quart last time I checked. A typical drain, filter replacementneeds between 5-6 quarts. The whole system holds about 15 quarts.
 
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