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Originally Posted by JZeke
This is good to know, I will plan on trans changes regularly. I assume using the Porsche Shell OEM stuff? I've read that Redline and other brands don't play well with the OEM parts.
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The guy in AZ (don't like calling him the trans guy) recommended Amzoil. That's what I used during break in and for the 2nd fill. Worked smooth in warm weather but I have to arm wrestle with it this winter. Will be going back to Mobil 1 (factory fluid) for next fill. I also think my shifter is slanted a tad to the right, which in conjunction with the stiff oil makes shifting into reverse quite the chore when cold. When the weather warms up I'll tear the console apart and use my cable shifter alignment tool to square it up.
I don't know all the specifics but other brands can have additives (or be missing them) that cause issues with Porsche trans. If JFP is watching this thread, he may want to chime in. I figure going back to requirements eliminates any potential issues.