Dexron II

[Iplayfarmer]

I've got a hydraulic DC power pack that calls for Dexron II for outdoor applications. The Auto parts store has Dexron III.

Are these equivalent?

Can I just use Universal Tractor Fluid? It would be nice to just stock one jug for all of my hydraulic stuff.

 

[AlanB]

As a general statement, I would say yes, Dexron III will sub in for Dexron II, but I would probably also check the spec sheet of the oil, it will show something like this

http://www.pzlqs.com/Tech/Pdsheet/D...DexronIIIMerconAutomaticTransmissionFluid.pdf

And it shows meeting the requirements of Dexron II which should avoid any questions.

Can you use UTF? probably, might want to check with the manufacturer and verify that. If it was mine and it was home I probably would, if it was at work, I would call the manufacturer and get something in writing saying I could.

 

[DieselPower]

Dexron II was replaced by Dexron III. Dexron III is backwards compatible to Dexron II.

 

[Gator6x4]

Dexron VI is the new GM transmission fluid. On the bottle it says it is backwards compatible with Dexron III and Dexron III-H. Pricey, $7.55 per quart. The price per quarts leads me to believe it is synthetic. Dexron VI comes in all the new GM vehicles, so read the dip stick labeling prior to adding transmisson fluid in a new GM vehicle. GM Service Tech advised Dexron III and III-H not compatible with VI.

 

[AlanB]

We just got in a shipment of Dexron VI, and it came in under the Dexron III numbers.

Had not heard of it before it showed up, and have to get smarter / documentation on it before I start getting questioned.

Anybody seen a website etc. that explains the Dexron numbering system?

 

[Iplayfarmer]

Thanks everyone.

I had a jug of 50% ATF 50% 30wt. engine oil that my mechanic suggested I use in my Chevy S-10 that I no longer own. I put that in to test and flush the system.

I did call a dealer and he said that any ATF would work. He also said that Tractor Fluid would work just fine.

Before I mount the pump I'll drain the 50/50 mix and put in UTF since I have it already.

 

[LBrown59]

I've got a hydraulic DC power pack that calls for Dexron II for outdoor applications. The Auto parts store has Dexron III.

Are these equivalent?

Can I just use Universal Tractor Fluid? It would be nice to just stock one jug for all of my hydraulic stuff.

That's better than I did the other day.

I went to wall mart and 2 auto parts stores and didn't see a can of DEXTRON anything on the shelves.

I have 4 pick ups that specify DEXTRON.

 

[AndyM]

That's better than I did the other day.

I went to wall mart and 2 auto parts stores and didn't see a can of DEXTRON anything on the shelves.

I have 4 pick ups that specify DEXTRON.

They sell Dexron at NAPA. I would also try your local GM dealership.

 

[slowrev]

Dexron has gotten danged expensive though. Even the Dexron III

 

[LBrown59]

Dexron II was replaced by Dexron III. Dexron III is backwards compatible to Dexron II.

Around here it seems it hasn't been replaced with any thing. It' more like it's simply vanished.

 

[AndyM]

Around here it seems it hasn't been replaced with any thing. It' more like it's simply vanished.

They sell Dexron at NAPA. I would also try your local GM dealership.

 

[Darren]

I've got an Sullair air compressor that also uses Dextron II. I couldn't find it either. The factory said Dextron II is no longer made and suggested 10 wt non-detergent oil. They also said not to use Dextron III or any later variant in my application.

Call the manufacturer to be safe.

 

[DieselPower]

They must have had a problem with seal compatibility in your compressor. Probably the best thing for you would be a ISO 32/SAE 10 compressor oil (non synthetic as that may also have seal compatibility problems).

 

[Darren]

In that era Dextron II or the non-detergent 10 wt were the two options. The factory rep was emphatic about using non-detergent oil. You may be right about the seals. For some reason the later forms of Dextron were non-compatible.

 

[AndyM]

That's better than I did the other day.

I went to wall mart and 2 auto parts stores and didn't see a can of DEXTRON anything on the shelves.

I have 4 pick ups that specify DEXTRON.

I see the Walmart in Vienna sells the Walmart brand (Super Tech) ATF. The front of the bottle doesn't mention its applications, but the label on the back says it will work in Dexron® II and Dexron® III and Mercon® applications, but not for use in Dexron® VI applications.

I saw they also sell the old Type F ATF in the Super Tech brand, and Mopar brand for many late model Chrysler applications. Those are the only three types on the shelf. I figured there would have been more, but at least they've got what you're looking for LB! If you don't care for the Walmart brand, NAPA sells their own label and a couple of other brands at their stores.