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Old 06-07-2010, 09:40 PM   #1
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Hi, just got a new seastar system (rated to 350hp) but no hydraulic fluid. Can anyone tell me if dexron II is ok for it as I've looked everywhere for the stuff they reccommend and its like rocking horse doo da!
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Old 06-07-2010, 09:49 PM   #2
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buy the seastar oil most marine stores sell it
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Old 07-07-2010, 09:23 AM   #3
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Ok, thanks, better safe than sorry!
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Old 07-07-2010, 11:04 AM   #4
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Hi, just got a new seastar system (rated to 350hp) but no hydraulic fluid. Can anyone tell me if dexron II is ok for it as I've looked everywhere for the stuff they reccommend and its like rocking horse doo da!
Hi oxo,
The dextron II or III will be absolutely fine, it's all we ever use.

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Old 07-07-2010, 11:17 PM   #5
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thanks

Thanks Peter,
Judging by your company you know what you're talking about!
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