Allison Fluid Analysis

[Gary RVRoamer]

I just ordered a Transmission Fluid Analysis kit and a fluid extraction pump from JG Lubricants so I can get my Transynd analyzed. I'm due for fluid replacement based on time but not on mileage. The fluid looks really clean, so I'm betting that analysis will show I'm fine for another year and probably more.

JG gives IRV2 members a 5% discount - enter "IRV2" as the coupon code when checking out.

Get the "Advanced" kit for tranny fluid analysis and the red [oil] extraction pump if you need one.

[Mike Canter]

Gary, I would be very interested in what your results are. You may find this attached PDF useful

[Gary RVRoamer]

Thanks for the pdf link, Mike. I chose the "Advanced" level of test kit from JR because it includes TAN and other items specified by Allison.

[hzjcm8]

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Originally Posted by Mike Canter Gary, I would be very interested in what your results are. You may find this attached PDF useful

Mike,

I wonder who wrote that document ..... !!!

[Mike Canter]

Gosh, I wonder who it could have been. Probably some crusty retired guy (lol) who adds Transysd in his coffee every morning.

[Steve Ownby]

His retirement would be more lucrative if he could drink Dex III and pee Transynd.

[Mike Canter]

Tom, I just woke up to the fact that you are the President and Owner of JG Lubricant Services and your company tests engine oil, transmission fluids and coolant. The big thing people should know is that you give 5% discount to IRV2 members.

A question for you.....in your company's analysis of transmission fluids can you tell if it is Transynd or Dexron?

Check it out at:
Buy an Engine Oil Analysis Kit Today | Engine Oil Analysis Service

[hzjcm8]

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Originally Posted by Mike Canter Tom, I just woke up to the fact that you are the President and Owner of JG Lubricant Services and your company tests engine oil, transmission fluids and coolant. The big thing people should know is that you give 5% discount to IRV2 members. A question for you.....in your company's analysis of transmission fluids can you tell if it is Transynd or Dexron? Check it out at: Buy an Engine Oil Analysis Kit Today | Engine Oil Analysis Service

Mike,
If it's brand new DEXRON-III, then it's difficult to determine based on our series of tests. If it's been in the transmission for awhile, then we can see the sheardown (viscosity loss). If it's experienced viscosity loss then it's not TranSynd. The only way to really tell for sure is to run some more sophisticated tests which most folks couldn't afford. This would be looking at Flash Point, Fire Point and what's called Brookfield Viscosity at -55C (-67F). We could also use IR (Infra-Red) to look for the diester seal swellant. Mostly we go by viscosity loss which is pretty accurate.

Hope this helps !

[Gary RVRoamer]

I received my analysis kit from JG last Friday and hope to get the sample tomorrow.

[targaboat]

What are the best oil analysis companies?

[Mike Canter]

Only two major ones I would trust.
1. JG Lubricant Services
2. Blackstone Laboratories

[DAN L]

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Originally Posted by targaboat What are the best oil analysis companies?

the thing i like about blackstone labs is that they will send you their sampling kit free.
you pay when you send your sample to them to be analyzed.
not so with jg labs.

Blackstone Labs

JG Lubricant Services, LLC

[rmmpe]

Another source is WearCheck International, who I've used for years.

[Mike Canter]

Dan, with the JG Lubricant Service doesn't buying the sample kit also pay for the testing service?