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Old Oct 17, 2017 | 04:14 PM
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I have a new to me ultra. The dealer has syn3 in all 3 holes. I used redline in my previous Ultra Classic and preferred that. So my question when draining trans fluid then adding the redline, there will be some residue from syn3 left in there will the mix alter the redline or will it need 2 changes to get rid of the old stuff. jeff
 
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Old Oct 17, 2017 | 04:50 PM
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i wouldn't worry about it to much. pull the plug and let it drain overnight. if you are worried about it short change it again.
 
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i wouldn't worry about it to much. pull the plug and let it drain overnight. if you are worried about it short change it again.
Yep this exactly
 
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Old Oct 17, 2017 | 07:20 PM
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Originally Posted by hardheaded
i wouldn't worry about it to much. pull the plug and let it drain overnight. if you are worried about it short change it again.
That;s what I did and it worked out just fine.
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Old Oct 17, 2017 | 07:57 PM
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After oil stops flowing heavy crank motor over, as soon as it starts shut off. I do this twice every oil change now to get that extra 1/3 to 1/2 a quart left behind in sump. I let it drain for at least a hour after that, mostly to let filter drain as I put hole in end to drain so don't make as big of mess. Draining overnight doesn't help get much if any more oil out.
 
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Old Oct 17, 2017 | 08:13 PM
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From the Red Line FAQ:

Q: Should I flush my engine or driveline before using Red Line's synthetic lubricants?
A flush isn't necessary or advised, as Red Line's products are compatible and will mix with other synthetics and petroleum products.
 
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Old Oct 17, 2017 | 08:54 PM
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Originally Posted by xcbullet
After oil stops flowing heavy crank motor over, as soon as it starts shut off. I do this twice every oil change now to get that extra 1/3 to 1/2 a quart left behind in sump. I let it drain for at least a hour after that, mostly to let filter drain as I put hole in end to drain so don't make as big of mess. Draining overnight doesn't help get much if any more oil out.
Pretty sure he was asking about the transmission not the engine.

If you want to get all the oil out of the engine, including the sump, without risking damage there's a system that will do it.
https://roguechopper.com/
 
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Over think not
 
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