Hello, it's me again.
I'd like to have some advice with transmission filter/strainer/screen replacements.
I am aware that it is not a normal maintanence item.
However, the car wasn't well looked after in the past, and I do have some shifting problems with the 4spd automatic (future posts incoming).
The car is around one full tank away from 277,000 kilometres (~172,119 miles).
With this in mind, I thought it'd be a good idea to replace it.
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Firstly, I just want to confirm, that the transmission filter/strainer/screen is on top of the transmission fluid pan, is that correct? And to access it I just need to simply jack up the car, drain the transmission fluid, and unbolt the pan, correct?
Secondly, I've found a few possible replacements on ebay that I would like to turn your attention to.
As I understand I can't post links here yet, so photos will have to do. I am doing my own research on these brands as I type, but I thought I'd try to get some early second opinions while I'm here. So here are the options I've found.
1. The first photo: Should be a screenshot of a transmission filter by Wesfil (stocked by Sparezone) [AUD $19.95].
2. The second photo: Should be a screenshot of a transmission filter service kit by Trupro (stocked by Superspares) [AUD $40.87].
3. The third photo: Should be a screenshot of a transmission filter by Ryco (stocked by Superspares) [AUD $65.24].
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I've gone to both Sparezone and Superspares for parts before, so I know they're trustworthy sources.
I've used Ryco before with my oil and fuel filters, so I know I can trust the brand. However, they're currently out of stock. There's no word on when they'll restock.
So how about Wesfil and Trupro? Do you know of these brands? Is there any difference between a transmission filter and a transmission filter service kit?
To me, a 'service kit' would also include a gasket, while a 'transmission filter' would just include a transmission filter.
But more important still, is that all three products use the word 'filter'. There are posts on the forum that says not to "get the [transmission] filter", and to get the "oem screen" instead. Seems to me that there's a difference between filter/strainer/screen. I couldn't find any posts explaining the differences, if any. Is this true? Are there differences between them? Does that word make a difference? Are these products worth considering?
Perhaps I'm reading too much into the wording...
Any opinions?
Good day, everyone.
I'd like to have some advice with transmission filter/strainer/screen replacements.
I am aware that it is not a normal maintanence item.
However, the car wasn't well looked after in the past, and I do have some shifting problems with the 4spd automatic (future posts incoming).
The car is around one full tank away from 277,000 kilometres (~172,119 miles).
With this in mind, I thought it'd be a good idea to replace it.
***
Firstly, I just want to confirm, that the transmission filter/strainer/screen is on top of the transmission fluid pan, is that correct? And to access it I just need to simply jack up the car, drain the transmission fluid, and unbolt the pan, correct?
Secondly, I've found a few possible replacements on ebay that I would like to turn your attention to.
As I understand I can't post links here yet, so photos will have to do. I am doing my own research on these brands as I type, but I thought I'd try to get some early second opinions while I'm here. So here are the options I've found.
1. The first photo: Should be a screenshot of a transmission filter by Wesfil (stocked by Sparezone) [AUD $19.95].
2. The second photo: Should be a screenshot of a transmission filter service kit by Trupro (stocked by Superspares) [AUD $40.87].
3. The third photo: Should be a screenshot of a transmission filter by Ryco (stocked by Superspares) [AUD $65.24].
***
I've gone to both Sparezone and Superspares for parts before, so I know they're trustworthy sources.
I've used Ryco before with my oil and fuel filters, so I know I can trust the brand. However, they're currently out of stock. There's no word on when they'll restock.
So how about Wesfil and Trupro? Do you know of these brands? Is there any difference between a transmission filter and a transmission filter service kit?
To me, a 'service kit' would also include a gasket, while a 'transmission filter' would just include a transmission filter.
But more important still, is that all three products use the word 'filter'. There are posts on the forum that says not to "get the [transmission] filter", and to get the "oem screen" instead. Seems to me that there's a difference between filter/strainer/screen. I couldn't find any posts explaining the differences, if any. Is this true? Are there differences between them? Does that word make a difference? Are these products worth considering?
Perhaps I'm reading too much into the wording...
Any opinions?
Good day, everyone.