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Transmission Oil Change Frequency

Discussion in '308/328' started by pcord, Apr 27, 2006.

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  1. pcord

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    #1 pcord, Apr 27, 2006
    I've done a search on this figuring there were some previous posts out there, but I couldn't find anything that address the frequency of the transmission/gear oil change in a 328. My mechanic says the old annual oil thing, but says gear box oil doesn't get contaminated unless you miss a lot of shifts. I only grind gears 1 thru 4 and really only 3rd gear do I grind badly. Seriously though he suggested every 5 years or so. The previous owner did it every year. Any ideas out there?
     
  2. matteo

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    #2 matteo, Apr 27, 2006
    Every year, regardless of miles.

    you should not be grinding in any gear.
     
  3. Meister

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    #3 Meister, Apr 27, 2006

    Good question, and I'm interested in the answer too.

    I updated to Redline NS about three summers ago (about 2000 miles/summer) and have been wondering when I should change too.
     
  4. Rifledriver

    Rifledriver Three Time F1 World Champ

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    #4 Rifledriver, Apr 27, 2006
    The most serious and expensive damage I have seen done to those transmissions has been from condensation in the oil.

    If you live in a dry climate and use the car for long trips frequently so the oil gets very hot on a regular basis you can leave it a few years.

    I have just described about 5% of Ferrari owners.

    The 2 who wanted an answer to this question do not live in dry climates and I would tell both to do it annually.
     
  5. Ken

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    #5 Ken, Apr 27, 2006
    I did mine in my Lotus after 5 years and it looked pretty crappy. I now do it every other year for peace of mind. FWIW, I didn't notice any difference in shifting before or after.

    Ken
     
  6. Iain

    Iain F1 Rookie

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    #6 Iain, Apr 27, 2006
    My owners manual says every 12,500 miles - no mention of time but I'd tend to run with what Brian says - he's the man dat knows!

    I.
     
  7. parkerfe

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    #7 parkerfe, Apr 27, 2006
    I've always changed the transaxle fluid in my Ferraris every two years.
     
  8. MARQ

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    #8 MARQ, Apr 27, 2006
    I change mine (328) every other year.
     
  9. miketuason

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    #9 miketuason, Apr 27, 2006
    Actually the sooner the better every 3 months if you desire, but its just depends on how often you can afford to spend, just dont go over the manufacture's sugestion.
     
  10. 308GTS

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    #10 308GTS, Apr 27, 2006
    Once per year is what I prefer.
     
  11. Meister

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    #11 Meister, Apr 27, 2006
    How do you know it hasn't rained here in 20 days.... J/K =)

    Thanks for all your tech help, on this and all other questions!!!!
     

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