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Steering Fluid in 79 GMC General

LeakyBoot ยท 2018-08-08 22:11

Can you use motor oil in these systems? Like my 359 Pete does? Thanks, LB

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  1. #1Tenwheeler2018-08-09 22:27

    Shepard said 15W-40. Ross said ATF. I have seen both work on most anything. Some GMC's back then used a Saginaw and possibly another brand. Those spected power steering fluid. Any other product will take the seals out of them.

  2. #2DMiller2018-08-17 09:12

    Power steering fluid if a GM pump/gear, as noted Ross boxes specified ATF OR P/S Fluid oils.