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  1. Makes perfect sense to me...Thanks for the reply.
  2. My question is this...for my RX330, I had a heck of a time getting the fluid to the right level. For instance, I measured specifically what exactly was drained, and put that exact amount in, and now, when the engine and trans are completely cool, the ATF level is an inch and a half over the "HOT" notch on the dipstick...I notice that the transmission, when cold, shifts abruptly but then when it warms up, it is as smooth as it always was... I honestly can't remember before I changed the fluid if the trans shifted abruptly when cold or not...that's what happens when you get old. Bottom line: Do I have too much fluid in this unit??? On a level surface, at operating temperature, and while the engine idleing, the ATF fluid level is right at the highest notch of the "HOT" reading, EXACTLY. Which leads me to believe I am good to go. My "over the top and maybe reading in too much" question is: Why is my level a good inch or so above the HOT level when the engine is COLD??? There must be a purpose for the "Cold" level on the dipstick... Thoughts appreciated, JBL
  3. I actually went and did ANOTHER drain and fill about 150 miles after I did the first one. Now, nearly all of the trans fluid has been changed out and the fluid is cough syrup cherry red as well it should be after two drain and fills. The ironic thing is that I bught the first 4 quarts at one Toyota dealer and the second 4 quarts at another Toyota dealership...the difference in price of the T-IV ?? Half the cost!! Seriouslly, the first dealership had it on sale for just over $6 per qt and the second dealership just over $3 per quart!~!
  4. Thanks for the reply. The car just looks and runs like new and I hate to think that all of these cars are cursed by these transmission problems. There are enough people out there that haven't had any issues with theirs at all. I personally don't mind changing the trans fluid once a year even, if that's what it takes. Hell it was simple and it cost me $30 for the fluid and about a half hour of my time. If that is what it takes to prolong the life of the transmission then that is a small price to pay, IMHO. I have read where people say that it is unacceptable that you have to change the fluid that much, and, I wouldn't much disagree. However, you do what you need to do now, so as to avoid the repair bill later. Other cars have problems associated with them too...
  5. All, I have had the local Toyota dealership drain and fill the trans on my 99 RX last time (last August) and the levels on the dipstick before and after that change was always slightly above the "hot" range, indicating a slight overfill. Also, it didn't matter if the car was warmed up or cold, the level was always the same. I decided to put some fresh T-IV in yesterday myself, and what came out was not perfectly cherry red but not all that bad either. In any case, exactly 4 quarts drained out of the pan. Now this is interesting since from what I read when you do a drain and fill, only 75% of the 4.1 quart capacity comes out. Well this was more than 75%. In keeping consistent with some of the things I have read, I refilled exactly 4 quarts as this is what came out. Now the levels are at the same place as they always have been on the dipstick, slightly above the hot range, whether the engine is cool or not. The car drives like a dream - I just turned 47k on it yesterday and after the fill dare I say it shifts even smoother. Am trying to do the simple things to prevent possible failure in the future. The question I have is this thing overfilled with the dipstick readings I amgetting?? Questions and comments always appreciated - I hope this makes sense. JBL
  6. lex2

    Rust!

    Folks, I have some minor rust spots on both rear Qpanels on my 99 RX300. I want to HALT the rust from advancing. I know the drill, once rust starts...yada yada...but there are some smart people out there who have hopefully come about a solution for this. What say you!??? :) Thanks for any input! JBL :(
  7. Just bought my parents' 99RX300 (despite the doom and gloom about the trannys). I suppose I have an advantage in the the car only has 47k miles and has had oil changes every 3-5k miles. I started trans drain and fills last summer and will do a third one this spring to fully "flush" the unit. All fluids have been flushed or otherwise replaced (brakes, power steering, antifreeze). I drained and filled the transfer case and rear diff oil and it really wasn't too dirty, but after 10 years I figured I would do it. Probably didn't have to after seeing the condition of the oil that was in there. The only blemish on this car are two small rust spots on the rear q-panels which I plan to sand down and buff out, repaint, etc in the spring. Otherwise, this car still looks new. JBL ps I know 47k miles is not that much but posted anyway. See Spec Sheet attached. 1999RXspecs.pdf
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