SuiteSuccess Posted March 18, 2017 Report Share Posted March 18, 2017 Time to start taking Hoss out of the winter mothballs. I usually change oil and filters including fuel filters in the fall. I do an oil analysis at that time. My routine is to drive the truck every two weeks through the winter and get it up to operating temps for at least 10 minutes. I also keep on charger all winter. So today I'll go check fluids, crawl around as best I can under the truck to look for leaks or obvious problems, check and fill all tires, reinstall my TST sensors and go for a long drive. I also do an air system/ brake test. What do you do for preventive or routine maintenance? Second question, I haven't changed the trannie or other fluids since purchase but I also haven't met the mileage recommendations of Volvo. So is this something the dealer shop needs to do or can "Speedco" or similar do it? I'm concerned because my reading shows the trannie needs flushing to prevent incompatible fluids interacting and causing issues. When I checked with my dealer they don't have a package deal but rather charge usual labor rate of $135/hr plus parts so thinking just fluid change would be $$$. 2006 Volvo 780 "Hoss" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift Bed Build by "JW Morgan's Custom Welding" 2017 DRV 39DBRS3 2013 Smart Passion Coupe "Itty Bitty" "Don't go around saying the world owes you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brunsje Posted March 18, 2017 Report Share Posted March 18, 2017 Same. Only drive monthly for a 55 mile loop. JohnnyB 2014 ShowHauler Motorhome 45' Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shorts Posted March 18, 2017 Report Share Posted March 18, 2017 have you had a transmission oil sample analyzed ? and what were the results and recommendations ? fluid sampling/analysis is an excellent tool for all lubes and coolant especially compaired to the cost of just changing or not changing fluids based on time or mileage alone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrSeas Posted March 18, 2017 Report Share Posted March 18, 2017 How about brakes/cans? Front hubs fluid level/ condition? Rear axle bearing condition? Rear end fluid? Grease complete chassis? Air dryer filter? Coolant condition/filter if equipped? Air Filter? Cabin air filter(s) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteSuccess Posted March 18, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 18, 2017 42 minutes ago, shorts said: have you had a transmission oil sample analyzed ? and what were the results and recommendations ? fluid sampling/analysis is an excellent tool for all lubes and coolant especially compaired to the cost of just changing or not changing fluids based on time or mileage alone. I have not. Good suggestion. 2006 Volvo 780 "Hoss" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift Bed Build by "JW Morgan's Custom Welding" 2017 DRV 39DBRS3 2013 Smart Passion Coupe "Itty Bitty" "Don't go around saying the world owes you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteSuccess Posted March 18, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 18, 2017 30 minutes ago, MrSeas said: How about brakes/cans? Front hubs fluid level/ condition? Rear axle bearing condition? Rear end fluid? Grease complete chassis? Air dryer filter? Coolant condition/filter if equipped? Air Filter? Cabin air filter(s) I check brake cans and pads (to the best of my abilities), hub fluid level, have chassis lubed at oil change, coolant also checked at oil change and I check with hydrometer at home, I try to change air dryer filter every two years but have a stubborn one I can't get off now. I also change cabin air filter yearly. Air cleaner when indicated. How do you check condition of hub fluid, and rear axle bearing because I don't do that but would like to learn? I get oil changes at Speedco and they also check all fluid levels in the pm service I get. Mixed reviews on Speedco but the one I use seems to do a good job. I even use their oil analysis as I had them do one and sent one for comparison to Blackstone Labs and they had the same results on three separate occasions. 2006 Volvo 780 "Hoss" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift Bed Build by "JW Morgan's Custom Welding" 2017 DRV 39DBRS3 2013 Smart Passion Coupe "Itty Bitty" "Don't go around saying the world owes you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hone eagle Posted March 18, 2017 Report Share Posted March 18, 2017 Plus every connection to and on the battery bank. 2005 volvo 670 freedomline singledNewmar Torrey Pine 34rskswoot woot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petrel Posted March 18, 2017 Report Share Posted March 18, 2017 60 mile interstate run every 3-4 weeks. Full pre-trip before each run (Air, leaks, brakes, levels, bearings, lugs, lights, etc.). I leave the chassis/generator maintenance to a certified Freightliner/Onan Service Center. Once a year or ever 15,000 miles. I do all the "house" maintenance and repairs myself, but since the truck has less than 100,000 miles on it, I like to let Freightliner authorized service take a peek at it regularly. 2006 Renegade/Freightliner Coronado 43', Detroit, twin screw, 12spd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteSuccess Posted March 18, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 18, 2017 Thanks for the replies. Now what about getting the fluids changed besides oil? Where would you have that done and does the trannie need flushing with the change? 2006 Volvo 780 "Hoss" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift Bed Build by "JW Morgan's Custom Welding" 2017 DRV 39DBRS3 2013 Smart Passion Coupe "Itty Bitty" "Don't go around saying the world owes you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Exile Posted March 19, 2017 Report Share Posted March 19, 2017 To check the front axle oil levels, there is a window in the middle of the hub on trucks i have driven. Two circles, with low and high on them. Check before moving. Also, if there is oil on the inside of your front rims, this is probably where it came from. They dont like to sit. rear ends usually have two plugs, one low to drain, one high to fill. Level is usually at or near to high plug. At least on lighter duty vehicles. Check online info for your particular axles. 98 379 with 12.7 DD LG Dodge w/5.9 CTD Chrome habit I’m trying to kick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sclord2002 Posted March 19, 2017 Report Share Posted March 19, 2017 Carl, Speedco does a 3 box [trans and both rears] synthetic gear lube change for $ 380.00 plus tax and disposal fee. Mineral oil is about $180.00, I think. I believe I would go with the synthetic, which I think Volvo uses at the factory ?? Speedco prices are on their website. Our Speedco in Duncan, SC seems to do a good job. Charlie Don't ever tell a soldier that he doesn't understand the cost of war. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteSuccess Posted March 19, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 19, 2017 7 minutes ago, sclord2002 said: Carl, Speedco does a 3 box [trans and both rears] synthetic gear lube change for $ 380.00 plus tax and disposal fee. Mineral oil is about $180.00, I think. I believe I would go with the synthetic, which I think Volvo uses at the factory ?? Speedco prices are on their website. Our Speedco in Duncan, SC seems to do a good job. Charlie Charlie, Do they flush the trannie? I've heard if lubes are not the same can interact and cause problems. Am I wrong? 2006 Volvo 780 "Hoss" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift Bed Build by "JW Morgan's Custom Welding" 2017 DRV 39DBRS3 2013 Smart Passion Coupe "Itty Bitty" "Don't go around saying the world owes you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sclord2002 Posted March 19, 2017 Report Share Posted March 19, 2017 Carl, I doubt that they flush the Trannie, but I'm not sure. I am not aware of problems from mixing the small amount of lube that would be left after draining, with the new lube of choice. I am not a professional, so other opinions may differ. I would not hesitate to change lubes w/o flushing on my rig. It will be interesting to see if other folks feel differently. Charlie Don't ever tell a soldier that he doesn't understand the cost of war. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrSeas Posted March 19, 2017 Report Share Posted March 19, 2017 That brings up an interesting thought..... Who amongst you have had their tranny fluid changed on an ishift? How many gals of fluid does it require and what was the cost? Where did you have the work down? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoDirectionHome Posted March 19, 2017 Report Share Posted March 19, 2017 Guys, these are automated MANUAL transmissions. Not automatics with valve bodies and a converter. Just make sure you bring it in hot and they let it fully drain. "There are No Experts, Do the Math!" 2014 Freightliner Cascadia DD16 600hp 1850ft-lb 18spd 3.31 260"wb SpaceCraft S-470 SKP #131740 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeverEasy Posted March 19, 2017 Report Share Posted March 19, 2017 Carl, I just changed my tranny fluid. The autoshift generation 2 in my '01 takes 28 pints (3.5 Gal). I ordered the 50w synthetic it takes from Amazon as that was the least expensive I could find. $160.19 for 4 gallons of Mobil Delvac Synthetic Transmission Fluid 50W. Amazon # 112812-4PK. The spec on that from Eaton is PS-386. I used the name plate on the side of the transmission and googled the transmission. Eaton gave me all the specs for change interval and fluid capacity. The I-shifts us Eaton spec PS-295. Chet & Deb '01 Volvo 660 w/ Smart '19 Forest River Columbus 320RS 5th wheel 2022 Chev 2500HD Long Bed Retired CWO4, USN and federal service Electronics Tech/Network Engineer/Welder/Machinist Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan0043 Posted March 19, 2017 Report Share Posted March 19, 2017 9 hours ago, beekeeper.va said: Carl, I just changed my tranny fluid. The autoshift generation 2 in my '01 takes 28 pints (3.5 Gal). I ordered the 50w synthetic it takes from Amazon as that was the least expensive I could find. $160.19 for 4 gallons of Mobil Delvac Synthetic Transmission Fluid 50W. Amazon # 112812-4PK. The spec on that from Eaton is PS-386. I used the name plate on the side of the transmission and googled the transmission. Eaton gave me all the specs for change interval and fluid capacity. The I-shifts us Eaton spec PS-295. Carl, I know this thought will not help you but for people with an I-Shift Gregg from RVHaulers gives some info about the fluid change on an I-Shift in one of his video's. Al 2012 Volvo VNL 630 w/ I-Shift; D13 engine; " Veeger " Redwood, model 3401R ; 5th Wheel Trailer, " Dead Wood " 2006 Smart Car " Killer Frog " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alie&Jim's Carrilite Posted March 19, 2017 Report Share Posted March 19, 2017 Carl- The only other fluid that you might change would be the steering. This isn't an every year change. Might be a once in a lifetime change for us, since we put so few miles on our trucks. The hydraulic fluid- either DOT3/4 power steering, transmission fluid, or regular hydraulic fluid absorbs moisture over time, and also breaks down the inside of the hoses making them weep at the fittings (usually). I don't have an autoshift trans, but I do have a clutch. After flushing the master and slave cylinders, the clutch pedal worked (pushed in) much easier. Alie & Jim + 8 paws 2017 DRV Memphis BART- 1998 Volvo 610 Lil'ole 6cyl Cummins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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