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Transmission Fluid - 61' 4-speed
#1417285 07/17/2021 11:06 PM
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Got my rebuilt 4-speed in my 61' Apache.
Can I fill the transmission fluid through the shift opening?

Thanks - GPK1961
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New project - 1961 Apache 10 Step-side
Re: Transmission Fluid - 61' 4-speed
gpk1961 #1417289 07/17/2021 11:56 PM
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of course. I do it all the time

1953 Chevrolet 3100
261 cu inch, sm420, 3.55 rear, torque tube still,omaha orange, still 6 volt, RPO green glass, side carrier spare, all done
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Video of the 261 running

1964 GMC 1000
305 Big Block V6, sm420, the next cab off restoration
Re: Transmission Fluid - 61' 4-speed
gpk1961 #1417295 07/18/2021 12:20 AM
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After filling it through the top, leave the side fill plug out long enough to let any "over-fill" have time to drip out.

Make sure you're using Transmission Mineral Oil...not 85/90 gear lube.

Mike B smile

Mike Boteler

1956 Chevy 3100 Resto Rod
1952 Willys M38 Army Jeep
1983 Jeep CJ7 Laredo
1984 Jeep CJ7
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Re: Transmission Fluid - 61' 4-speed
gpk1961 #1417335 07/18/2021 4:46 PM
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Thanks for the reply. Hope to get the hydraulics bled this week and see if she goes! GPK1961

New project - 1961 Apache 10 Step-side
Re: Transmission Fluid - 61' 4-speed
gpk1961 #1417684 07/22/2021 12:43 AM
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Filling thru the top is so easy. Sure wish my gearbox was that clean. Nice!

Craig

My '50 Chevy 3100 5 window, '62-235cu, 3:55 rear
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