changing gears in the winter months

[vprdude]

I noticed that changing gears especially from 1st gear into second, then third in the winter months is quite rough. Once the car warms up, about 5-10mins, changing the gears is much smoother. I noticed that very recently, but am slightly concerned. btw: I take the RT10 2001 for a spin once a week. Actually, since I got the car 1.5y ago I always found the gear change little bit "rusty" but not as much as now... Is this normal? Or is it just the drop in temperatures?

[Viper]

when was the fluids last changed ?

[vprdude]

Was in service in early April '06. I'm not sure if gear fluids were changed or not. Will have to look it up. What fluids should I get?

[viper paul]

Look on the VCA site and do a search there is much about gearbox oil.

But all the brands I have been unable to find in the UK.

Anyhow, who needs 2nd,3rd,4th,5th,6th when you drive a Viper

[vprdude]

Just looked it up. Gear/Transmission fluids were not changed last year.
In the meantime I looked up the manual and apparently this is normal in cold weather conditions and doesn't cause any damage.

Anyhow, I'd like to change gear/transmission fluids, what brands do you guys use then?

[viper nigel]

The gearbox oil is Dexron III. Got mine from Baz's mates at US Automotive in Luton. Here's their web site:
www.usautomotive.co.uk/default.asp

Nigel

[viperdave]

There's also a replacement mopar synthetic which is mega expensive. It was factory fill in later years and a TSB for NGR on the early ones, Apparently makes it harder to shift cold though.

[vprdude]

Baz, can I come over for a check up? I'd love to learn from the master... against payment that is, so you can't say no

here's a to-do list:

install trunk struts
install new radiator bottle (behind front facia)
change gear/transmission fluid
lube front & rear suspension ball joints & tie rods
oil change

[V1PER]

Can all be done inc brake and clutch fliud......

[vprdude]

great, I'll call you tonight