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Old 08-18-2011, 10:11 AM
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Jug/Bucket ATF+4 vs Quarts???

Considering the amount of ATF+4 most trucks require for a trans-filter change or trans-flush... why isn't ATF+4 more frequently sold in gallon jugs or 5 gallon buckets...I notice merc and dex ATF sold in gallon size containers at many chain stores Anyone have some leads on who might actually stock ATF+4 in gallon jugs or 5 gallon buckets???
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Wal-mart may have their Super-Tech brand in gallon jugs.
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Yeah I often check my local Walmart/s (Northern, IL) and for some odd reason they can't even keep jugs of 15/40 motor oil in stock... I actually emailed walmart HQ to ask: 1)Why are they always out of 15/40 "gallon" jugs and 2)Why are they always out of and/or have a ridiculously limited selection of ATF+4 in quarts and some gallon jugs as well(?) I received a canned response which involved speaking with my local walmart manager to share my wants/needs

Funny too, that they have ample DEX & MERC varieties in both qts & gals. One would think w/so many multiple vehicle households and all the diy folks servicing their own vehicles they would have this covered.
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Anyone actually have luck finding ATF+4 in gallon size jugs at their local walmart?
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I just go to Napa and ask for a case. It takes me 10 qts for a fluid and filter change. Napa brand is rebottled Valvoline.
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Originally Posted by NavyDood
I just go to Napa and ask for a case. It takes me 10 qts for a fluid and filter change. Napa brand is rebottled Valvoline.
Was gonna go w/napa but not @ $6+/qt... same reason I'm not going w/the dealership @ $8+/qt. Without some kinda budget my ship would be sunk I'll probably end up at one of the chain parts stores which offers a points program ... spend $100 get $20 back
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I bought a case about a month ago. Qt price was $5.49
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Originally Posted by NavyDood
I bought a case about a month ago. Qt price was $5.49
Hmmmm... maybe case price is cheaper... were they having a sale? The price I quoted was taken directly off the Napa website with a Northern, IL city selected as the loction... if there is a discount on cases they sure aren't quick to advertise it on their website... less I was missing it(?)

I've notice the average qt price on ATF+4 'round here is about $6 bucks and some change... walleyworld is probably bout the least expensive so far with qts round $4 bucks. Even so... I'm still searching for ATF+4 in gallon jugs or 5 gal buckets.
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