Castrol has discontinued TQ95

[aussiblue]

So what is all this fuss about then if you have the solution , a mountain from a mole hill.

I only just got the call this morning to confirm it was available.

[aussiblue]

Or maybe they too emailed the manufacturer of a 30 + year old transmission asking for oil recommendations and got a different answer.

A 2010 FG is not 30 + year old and I am sure there were many revisions to the transmission over the design's life in addition those already detailed in the August 1994 BTR document I linked.

BTW if anyone is interested Supercheap say while there is none in WA they still have some 4 Litre packs in some of their NT and SA stores. Autobarn stores WA also have lots of 1 Litre packs.

[mad2]

Originally Posted by aussiblue

A 2010 FG is not 30 + year old and I am sure there were many revisions to the transmission over the design's life in addition those already detailed in the August 1994 BTR document I linked.

BTW if anyone is interested Supercheap say while there is none in WA they still have some 4 Litre packs in some of their NT and SA stores. Autobarn stores WA also have lots of 1 Litre packs.

seeing as we have a BF sedan, BA wagooon & a BF wagoon [to be bent ova & reamed with a SX AWD] ......... i've bought some TQ95 from supacrap in colac & melton ............. which hopefully will last till i die


so like you Blue i've stocked up

[sammo1]

Yeah I've recently serviced 2 of my AU falcons, and managed to find the last bottle or 2 of TQ95...
Having looked around, it seems the answer is going to be using Dex3 with Lubegaurd, or some other brand...

Now, interestingly it seems Hitec oils do a oil for the BTR...

https://hi-tecoils.com.au/product/atf-type95/

But it seems that you need to buy from a dealer, not a retail outlet..

Has anyone had any luck with Hitec?

[HIPO]

https://automotivesuperstore.com.au/...ydDIO6Fc7S58AO

[aussiblue]

Re Hi Tec oil the response I got from the local agent for Hi-Tec Oils, GOODCHILD ENTERPRISES T: 08 94177033 F 08 94175933 was

We have never stocked this oil, I spoke to our supplier, it is a made to order product that they do not carry as a
standard item, it would be ex East with a 10-14 day lead time, Thanks.

ATF 95 5L $48+GST ea
ATF 95 20L $165+GST ea

Perhaps Dextron Plus Lubegard if you are a sceptic. Price for 20L is good though.

[Bill M]

I sent a question on this to Unique Cars Magazine tech section and they gave me the Penrite oil sector option. No more TQ95 is a pain in the backside if you just want to top up as mixing fluids is against recommendations.

[Charliewool]

https://youtu.be/dcDbqQOcZps?si=4DPaJI6dDG_C9Eo-

[HIPO]

Originally Posted by Citroënbender

Plenty of miles here on Nulon multi-spec fluid. No problems due to anything other than prior slow leaks.

Quality products! always use their stuff where possible.

[swamp]

hi
Many transmissions have dedicated fluids . Most trans changed fluids in the design stage or very early usage . Most were concerned with gear shifting harshness or slipping and effects on durability .
Shift characteristics can be influenced by valve body and clutch material .
In 80`s thru 90`s specific fluids were used to fix issues even on car of the year. Donot believe for a moment car makers will notcheap out there own vehicles .
Ever seen FULL SIZE Sims waste bins full of transmissions I have .
Oh yea there are /have been factory w/shops doing warranty exchange units
That trans was using Castrol
Factory filled fluid
warranty fluid
Public released fluid

[oldel]

Originally Posted by swamp

hi
Many transmissions have dedicated fluids . Most trans changed fluids in the design stage or very early usage . Most were concerned with gear shifting harshness or slipping and effects on durability .
Shift characteristics can be influenced by valve body and clutch material .
In 80`s thru 90`s specific fluids were used to fix issues even on car of the year. Donot believe for a moment car makers will notcheap out there own vehicles .
Ever seen FULL SIZE Sims waste bins full of transmissions I have .
Oh yea there are /have been factory w/shops doing warranty exchange units
That trans was using Castrol
Factory filled fluid
warranty fluid
Public released fluid

I think you're trying to say move on to Transmax ATF Dexron VI Mercon LV ?

TQ95 was developed for the EF version of the BTR 4spd after all. Previous to that in the EB and ED they ran dexron III. I'm sure the TQ95 helped the EF, EL, AU, but things have progressed (and no, they didn't help the BA because that was built cheaper under ION so the trans was weaker anyway) E: Or was it DSI? Regardless the last decent one made was an AU one.


E: Appreciate OP wants to stock up and are warning others. But late model ones are a ticking time bomb anyway due for a rebuild.

[aussiblue]

TQ95 was developed for the EF version of the BTR 4spd after all. Previous to that in the EB and ED they ran dexron III

Most definitely not true. TQ95 was used in the BTR from day one and specified in the handbook and workshop manuals (including the EA Series II supplement) from day one. I actually own what I am advised by Ford was the first 4 Speed BTR equipped Ford car in Australia my prototype August 1989 made NB Fairlane (made prior to the November official release of the BTR 4 Speed) and even that used and uses TQ95 and has that specified in its original owners handbook with all the early service stamped with Ford New Product Engineering" . You're confused with the earlier 3 speed Borg Warner transmissions fitted to the early Series 1 EA. Also read the start and page 47 (and note the issue date of this Bulletin on page 47 - well prior to the ED) of https://www.tiperformance.com.au/Ref...Speed_Auto.pdf and Section 7-4-1 of https://fordforums.com.au/wsmpub/eazz/7-2ED.html A copy of my NB's compliance plate is here:https://www.fordforums.com.au/photos...2/ppuser/24537

[ambition]

I have a 1L bottle of TQ95 sitting around, $500 firm

[aussiblue]

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Default Re: Castrol has discontinued TQ95

I have a 1L bottle of TQ95 sitting around, $500 firm

Autobarn has it in stock at $18.95.

[aussiblue]

Ford was the first 4 Speed BTR equipped Ford car in Australia my prototype August 1989 made NB Fairlane

Opps that should have been:

Ford was the first 4 Speed BTR equipped Ford car registered and licensed in Australia my prototype August 1989 made NB Fairlane. Doubtless one expects there were earlier unregistered test mules and the like. In any event TQ95 was developed by Ford and Castrol in conjunction with the transmission. There may also have been an earlier version of the ATF as "TQ85" appears in some handbooks and it is unclear if this was just a misprint or evidence of an earlier version of this fluid and truth is probably now lost in history.

[Franco Cozzo]

Can you use Dexron VI in these things without any adverse effects? Thats what I use in my 4L60E, which is apparently OK as DX VI exceeds the standard of DX III.

[aussiblue]

Can you use Dexron VI in these things without any adverse effects?

No; you can't albeit lubegard claim you can provided you add their conversion additive. This: https://www.lubegard.com/products/bt...rsion-formula/

Interesting Lubegard say the BTR transmissions were also found in Mitsubishi Magna from 1988, Maseratti 3200GT and Daewoo Musso. Model #’s include M85LE, M91LE & M95LE.

I wasn't aware the Magna had a BTR trans. Did it?

[Citroënbender]

AB, I’m willing to sell you the used ATF from my car. Mature owner, lot of country miles. $15/litre

[aussiblue]

CB I think I have more than enough of that used stuff thanks.

[ambition]

Originally Posted by aussiblue

Autobarn has it in stock at $18.95.

Not showing up for me on their site for some reason, but on a serious note can you decant me four litres and I will pay you for it?

[aussiblue]

https://www.emergency.wa.gov.au/

From what?

[aussiblue]

You can still buy 4Litre Packs from Supercheap online https://www.supercheapauto.com.au/p/...es/309875.html Not the cheapest way after delivery costs perhaps buy my order arrived this afternoon and it was the good stuff.

[mad2]

Originally Posted by aussiblue

You can still buy 4Litre Packs from Supercheap online https://www.supercheapauto.com.au/p/...es/309875.html Not the cheapest way after delivery costs perhaps buy my order arrived this afternoon and it was the good stuff.

there's not a lot left down here on my side of mexicoo .. all the fluid i bought from supacrap came with free delivery - including from colac!.

[Itsme]

Originally Posted by aussiblue

You can still buy 4Litre Packs from Supercheap online https://www.supercheapauto.com.au/p/...es/309875.html Not the cheapest way after delivery costs perhaps buy my order arrived this afternoon and it was the good stuff.

I suppose cost would not be big deal if you really want this stuff, knowing it will be eventually not available.

Cheers

[None-ya]

Been sitting here for more or less two days trying to think of a stupid sex joke about how the tranny's are getting upset about the lack of fluid in it. . .

[oldel]

Originally Posted by aussiblue

Opps that should have been:

Ford was the first 4 Speed BTR equipped Ford car registered and licensed in Australia my prototype August 1989 made NB Fairlane. Doubtless one expects there were earlier unregistered test mules and the like. In any event TQ95 was developed by Ford and Castrol in conjunction with the transmission. There may also have been an earlier version of the ATF as "TQ85" appears in some handbooks and it is unclear if this was just a misprint or evidence of an earlier version of this fluid and truth is probably now lost in history.

My bad. I thought it was only introduced when they removed the dipstick for filling, eg EF onwards.

Anyway supercheap still stock it and this weekend only it's 20% off.

I've been waiting for the traditional SCA/Recpo Bathurst weekend sales and I was trying to find transmax Z for my patrol/jatco and older euros. Looks like castrol have discontinued transmax z completely too, and no stock at SCA or repco.
E: Only ~$100/4L at autobarn/auto one/autopro for transmax Z!

[aussiblue]

Anyway supercheap still stock it and this weekend only it's 20% off.

No; they have had zero stock in WA stores for some weeks as I previously advised. Only available from Supercheap online (but yes you still get the discount despite the limited stock the hold and a limited amount in a few Supercheap stores in NT and SA as I posted earlier.

[banarcus]

I'm about to use Repco ATF Dex3 synthetic in my BTR. Shall wait and see I guess.

[Franco Cozzo]

Originally Posted by aussiblue

No; you can't albeit lubegard claim you can provided you add their conversion additive. This: https://www.lubegard.com/products/bt...rsion-formula/

Interesting Lubegard say the BTR transmissions were also found in Mitsubishi Magna from 1988, Maseratti 3200GT and Daewoo Musso. Model #’s include M85LE, M91LE & M95LE.

I wasn't aware the Magna had a BTR trans. Did it?

Curious as to the effects if you fill it with Dexron VI,

[aussiblue]

I'm about to use Repco ATF Dex3 synthetic in my BTR. Shall wait and see I guess.

I will await the outcome with interest and hope for your sake it doesn't prove to be a brave experiment.