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F430 aftermarket fluids

Discussion in '360/430' started by camoman4, Jul 12, 2018.

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  1. camoman4

    camoman4 Rookie

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    Good evening everyone
    My name is Josh and I am new to Ferrari Chat and a prospective Ferrari owner. I am considering the F430 and the 458. I am comparing the maintenance costs between the two and my question is; can anyone here give me some insight as to what aftermarket fluids you are putting in your F430?? Such as PS, coolant, brake fluid, and diff and trans fluid. I ask because I have searched many forums and everyone seems to have their own preference as to what they use and I understand the factory Shell products can be hard to find.

    Thank you guys for your help!!!!!
     
  2. cfensty

    cfensty Formula 3 Silver Subscribed

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    Redline. I believe their site can help with applications. However, try to stick with OEM in a Ferrari when possible.


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  3. flash32

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    Thank you question has come up many many times .. if you do a search on forum or better yet on Google with ferrarichat as part of search ..e.g. power steering f430 ferrarichat you will see there are many thoughts on which fluid to use .. especially in engine and more so for transmission

    There is even debates that Ferrari oem fluids are not always the best ..

    Do a search and see if that helps

    I can tell you my preference but you will see all my research ( on transaxke and some others ) as you search



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  4. Skidkid

    Skidkid F1 Veteran Owner Rossa Subscribed

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    And believe me when I say "Oil is debated to the end and back". The threads on fluids go on for 100's of posts.
     
  5. mike32

    mike32 F1 Veteran

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    Fluid prices are not going to be your biggest cost if you buy into this expensive addiction
     

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