That looks a tad manky and could do with a complete change but........I LOVE THAT CAPRI SHOW ME MORE PICS :D
As the fluid ages and gets worn out the polymer chains that it is made of actually lengthen !! so making the volume increase. The colour also changes to thatshittydark brown you have..:(
As said .. might well be worth a fluid change, although this is a VERY messy job and you only actually change 50% of the fluid. I did notice a marked improvement in mine when I eventually did it - but luckily that was at guffers meet some years back when we had access to a lift !! really, REALLY, made the job far easier and cleaner with it high in the air. I would HATE to try and do it on axle stands ..... in fact, thinking about it, I WOULDN'T do it on axle stands !!!
As the fluid ages and gets worn out the polymer chains that it is made of actually lengthen !! so making the volume increase. The colour also changes to thatshittydark brown you have..:(
As said .. might well be worth a fluid change, although this is a VERY messy job and you only actually change 50% of the fluid. I did notice a marked improvement in mine when I eventually did it - but luckily that was at guffers meet some years back when we had access to a lift !! really, REALLY, made the job far easier and cleaner with it high in the air. I would HATE to try and do it on axle stands ..... in fact, thinking about it, I WOULDN'T do it on axle stands !!!
Never heard of this in a polymer enhanced lubricant designed for a high shear applications. Usually with time/use the polymer chains break down! Perhaps you could enlighten me ;)
Dispersants | Sludge & varnish control |
Antioxidants | Prohibit oxidation |
Antiwear | Planetary gear, bushing, thrust washer protection |
Friction modifier | Modify clutch plate and band friction |
Corrosion inhibitor | Prevent corrosion and rust |
Seal swell agent | Prevent loss of fluid via seals |
Viscosity Improver | Reduce rate of change of viscosity |
Pour Point Depressant | Improve low temperature fluidity |
Foam inhibitor | Foam control |
Red dye | Identification |