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Old Nov 17, 2025 | 06:38 PM
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Hi, has anyone used Triax fluid instead of Pentosin for ABC fluid. They claim it's compatible and cheaper.
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Originally Posted by K McCarthy
Hi, has anyone used Triax fluid instead of Pentosin for ABC fluid. They claim it's compatible and cheaper.
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I came across TRIAX lubricants when I was searching for engine oil upgrades - They claim to be compatible with XYZ but without API certification which is pretty basic for US oil companies.

So I decided not to use Triax products and picked from trusted top brands.

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How often do you flush your ABC suspension? I have nothing bad to say about TRIAX, but for the price difference is it worth taking a chance? I know TRIAX is US made and would probably be fine, but prorate the cost difference over the change interval and figure out how many cents per day you are “saving”.
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Originally Posted by GTIBlack
How often do you flush your ABC suspension? I have nothing bad to say about TRIAX, but for the price difference is it worth taking a chance? I know TRIAX is US made and would probably be fine, but prorate the cost difference over the change interval and figure out how many cents per day you are “saving”.
Absolutely not worth any risk. For the amount of times you will actually replace trans fluid there is not one reason to pinch pennies in this area.
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