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  • flyinthermals
    Experienced
    • Apr 3 2013
    • 179

    Power Steering

    Hi All,

    There have been a lot of threads on the best type of power steering fluid to use. I have a 62 Tbird. Some say use power steering fluid. Some say dont but use type "A" transmission fluid, some say type "F" because it has replaced type"A". Type "A" can still be purchased today I've heard?????
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  • simplyconnected
    Administrator
    • May 26 2009
    • 8778

    #2
    The idea is that the fluid needs to be compatible with Ford seals and it is anti-foaming hydraulic fluid. There are many brands of "power steering fluid" at auto parts stores. Most of them are nothing more than high-priced trans fluids.

    I believe everyone should change their PS fluid because most systems have no filter. I replace mine with red trans fluid made for Ford cars. Your choice. Read your owner's manual or the Shop Manual for more specifics. Sometimes the pump (cap or dipstick) will specify the correct fluid as well. - Dave
    Member, Sons of the American Revolution

    CLICK HERE to see my custom hydraulic roller 390 FE build.

    "We've got to pause and ask ourselves: How much clean air do we need?"
    --Lee Iacocca

    From: Royal Oak, Michigan

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    • flyinthermals
      Experienced
      • Apr 3 2013
      • 179

      #3
      Power Steering Fluid

      They call for type "A". No one seems to carry A. Type "F" I guess replaces A. I guess Ford brand Type F will be my best choice.
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      • KULTULZ

        #4
        TYPE A was superseded by DEXRON years ago.

        TYPE F was not introduced until 1968.

        They are not interchangeable.

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