In preparing my '98 SVT for my first autocross, I changed the original manual transmission fluid with Ford's synthetic fluid (it was in-stock at my local Ford dealer).
The transmission shifts MUCH smoother, and there is a noticeable improvement fuel economy (getting another 25 miles/tank), and dare I risk saying it, a noticeable improvement in accelleration response.
In any case, I'm pleased enough with the improvement that I wish I made the change years ago. The HOWTO was excellent and the job was quite straightforward- about an hour doing it my first time. Definately a recommended tweak for folks driving stick.
-Jeff
The transmission shifts MUCH smoother, and there is a noticeable improvement fuel economy (getting another 25 miles/tank), and dare I risk saying it, a noticeable improvement in accelleration response.
In any case, I'm pleased enough with the improvement that I wish I made the change years ago. The HOWTO was excellent and the job was quite straightforward- about an hour doing it my first time. Definately a recommended tweak for folks driving stick.
-Jeff