First time changing transmission fluid

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   Changing my transmission fluid for the first time. 
Successful steps:
Sucked fluid out the dipstick hole
Did not get the tubing stuck

Questions:
I did not vacuum out close to what seems to be the standard 2 quarts. I kept repositioning the tubing and getting more fluid and finally couldn't get anymore. I can't say for sure the level prior to starting extraction. From reading it seems I should put back what I got out. But what if was low? Can I top it off?

Rb

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rbbordner Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Groupie Joined: January-05-2012 Location: Chelan, WA Status: Offline Points: 75	Post Options Post Reply Quote rbbordner Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: First time changing transmission fluid Posted: June-09-2014 at 2:00am
	Changing my transmission fluid for the first time. Successful steps: Sucked fluid out the dipstick hole Did not get the tubing stuck Questions: I did not vacuum out close to what seems to be the standard 2 quarts. I kept repositioning the tubing and getting more fluid and finally couldn't get anymore. I can't say for sure the level prior to starting extraction. From reading it seems I should put back what I got out. But what if was low? Can I top it off? Rb
	RB 1993 Ski Nautique

KRoundy Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Visit Members Homepage Add to Buddy List Platinum Member Joined: August-23-2010 Location: Lake Stevens Status: Offline Points: 1702	Post Options Post Reply Quote KRoundy Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: June-09-2014 at 3:19am
	Put in what you think you got out and check the dipstick. Fill carefully until your transmission is full. Don't worry about the little bit of fluid you didn't get.
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KRoundy Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Visit Members Homepage Add to Buddy List Platinum Member Joined: August-23-2010 Location: Lake Stevens Status: Offline Points: 1702	Post Options Post Reply Quote KRoundy Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: June-09-2014 at 3:20am
	How in the world did my reply get above the original post? Weird. Does everybody else see this?
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OldSchoolBlue84 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Gold Member Joined: December-02-2012 Location: Valparaiso, IN Status: Offline Points: 814	Post Options Post Reply Quote OldSchoolBlue84 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: June-09-2014 at 4:12am
	No, your good. It posted normal. I had the similar issue as I was only able to get little over 1 1/4 quarts out of mine. You should be good.
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rbbordner Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Groupie Joined: January-05-2012 Location: Chelan, WA Status: Offline Points: 75	Post Options Post Reply Quote rbbordner Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: June-09-2014 at 3:45pm
	Thanks. I'll put about 1 1/4 qt back in like I got out. What I got out is a deep purple (grape juice color) and what I have to put in is bright red (cranberry juice color) . Previous owner has a handwritten note in the operation manual that says dextron ATF (30w) and I bought dex/merc ATF Do I get the right stuff?
	RB 1993 Ski Nautique

rbbordner Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Groupie Joined: January-05-2012 Location: Chelan, WA Status: Offline Points: 75	Post Options Post Reply Quote rbbordner Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: June-09-2014 at 4:05pm
	The 30w oil note was below dexron atf so i am assuming it was actually referring to the engine oil. Is that a correct assumption? I love exposing how much of a novice i am!
	RB 1993 Ski Nautique

JPASS Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Grand Poobah Joined: June-17-2013 Location: Orlando Status: Offline Points: 2283	Post Options Post Reply Quote JPASS Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: June-09-2014 at 4:08pm
	I got 2 quarts out of mine when I changed it last. Maybe yours was low to begin with??
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TRBenj Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Grand Poobah Joined: June-29-2005 Location: NWCT Status: Offline Points: 21184	Post Options Post Reply Quote TRBenj Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: June-09-2014 at 4:17pm
	If that is your way of asking if any old 30w oil is proper to use in the engine, then the answer is definitely NO. Valvoline Racing VR1 20w50 or Mobil1 15w50 (those specific brands, products and weights ONLY) are what would be recommended. Do a search on here if you want more background information as to why. Conventional Dex/Merc ATF is fine, as is Dex III. Do NOT use synthetic or high mileage formulations. Err on the side of overfilled if anything- no harm will come of it (unlike if you run low).

rbbordner Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Groupie Joined: January-05-2012 Location: Chelan, WA Status: Offline Points: 75	Post Options Post Reply Quote rbbordner Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: June-09-2014 at 5:31pm
	No, i think I combined two separate pieces of information (engine oil and transmission fluid). I put 2 full quarts in and it is filled to the top, so i assume i was low before. I put the Dex/Merc ATF in because I believed i pulled out a dextron atf. Boat fired up no problem. held temp between 140 and 160 on my fake a lake. after an intial puff of exhaust smoke, she seemed to be her old self and begging for the lake. Hope to have it floating within the hour. Thanks for every ones help. rb
	RB 1993 Ski Nautique

KRoundy Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Visit Members Homepage Add to Buddy List Platinum Member Joined: August-23-2010 Location: Lake Stevens Status: Offline Points: 1702	Post Options Post Reply Quote KRoundy Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: June-09-2014 at 5:43pm
	Not sure what you are pulling out of your tranny there, but the red regular Dex/Merc (not synthetic) is what should be going in. Glad to hear she is running and ready to go! After a day on the lake look at your fluid again. If necessary you can always empty and refill with fresh stuff again to get rid of the majority of the old fluid.
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AAM196 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Gold Member Joined: October-23-2012 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Status: Offline Points: 846	Post Options Post Reply Quote AAM196 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: June-09-2014 at 5:57pm
	When you are on the water, take a quick ride. Once boat is up to temp, shut her down and check the fluids. And the transmission oil should be red. When I change mine I get around 1.75 quarts or so out. Guy recommend valvoline vr1 oil because it contains zinc/phosphorus for flat tappet engines. You could buy a ZDDP additive as well to add to your straight 30w. As for the brand oil and filter and viscosity, you are on your own there;)

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