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Redline MTL in Overdrives?

April 26, 2017MTL Redline

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Redline MTL in Overdrives?

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To: volvo-net Date: Thu, 12 Mar 92 8:07:51 PST A few weeks ago I asked if it was OK to put Redline MTL synthetic oil in the OD of my 1800 coupe. I got one answer back, in the affirmative. So, I tried it. This is what happened: The Overdrive used to be quite sluggish engaging- like 20 to 30 SECONDS to drop into OD, and this was when the transmission was warm. Also, the transmission would jump in and out of OD depending on the amount of throttle used. So, I drained out the old stuff (30w) and added the MTL. The difference is nothing less than astounding! It shifts into OD as soon as the switch is flicked. And even on long trips it NEVER jumps out. Before I tried this, I was sure I needed to rebuild the OD, but now it looks like its got some life left.