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Originally Posted by ThatMowerGuy
What fluid should I top it off with? OR should I just change it completely since I don't know what exactly is in there now. Are there any good additives to put in with it to help seal up any small leaks?
The pump and rear end was nothing but a big grease ball when I got it but it was not and is not leaving any drips behing anywhere. Not even where it had been sitting for 2 years...
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It's always a good idea to change fluid in a new-to-you machine. Never know what a PO may have put in, or how long it's been since it's been changed. International Hy-Tran is the recommended fluid. It can be purchased at an IH dealer. There is a constant debate on this site about fluid for the rears of these machines, but it there seems to be a consensus that Hy-Tran approved fluid from TSC or Rural King is fine. I personally have ran both. I prefer the Hy-Tran IH fluid because of its ability to emulsify water. DO NOT add anything other than oil to the rear. ABSOLUTELY NO STOP LEAK. I don't care what they say, it's not good on the hydro. If it leaks, FIX IT. I would say just a lack of keeping the machine clean made it greasy. Just watch for leaks. Oh, and change the filter too!