Transmission: Checking FOM transmission fluid level

[5brown1]

After struggling to determine the transmission fluid level with the dipstick and its shiny surface I decided to drill 5/64 holes to
make the level easier to see. A standard drill bit with a bit of oil on the tip and slow turning worked. Just like a modern dipstick now.

[Blue 15G]

Great idea. Thanks for posting.

[StudeRich]

You must have some kind of Clear Fluid in there, maybe synthetic?
The bright Red Type "F" Fluid I use could not be missed and the contrast of the silver steel stick helps the Red to show, it's never been a problem to read.

[5brown1]

You must have some kind of Clear Fluid in there, maybe synthetic?
The bright Red Type "F" Fluid I use could not be missed and the contrast of the silver steel stick helps the Red to show, it's never been a problem to read.

I'm using NAPA Dex/Merc which was recommended in a Co-Operator section of Turning Wheels a while back.