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Presidential Type F Transmission Fluid is a high-friction, high-performance transmission oil Type F, made for older automatic transmissions and classic vehicles.
This transmission oil Type F delivers fast, firm shifts and is specifically designed for pre-1977 transmissions and select 1977–1980 models that call for Ford ATF Type F.
Its non-friction-modified formula allows clutches to engage quickly, giving drivers the responsive feel they expect in motorsports and vintage performance applications. If you’re restoring a classic, running vintage equipment, or tuning for track conditions, this racing transmission oil ensures consistency under extreme conditions.
Blended with premium base oils and advanced additives, it’s ideal for older Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles, including 1980 and earlier Lincolns and 1978 and earlier Ford cars, vans, and light trucks. It also works in older Ford power steering systems, but is not suitable for applications requiring MERCON® or DEXRON® fluids.
Benefits of Presidential Type F ATF include:
Quick clutch engagement for crisp, performance-ready shifts
Outstanding oxidation and thermal stability, preventing breakdown at high temperatures
High viscosity index for dependable flow from cold starts to high-load driving
Advanced anti-wear protection to guard gears, seals, and internal components
Rust and corrosion resistance for long-term durability and system health
This ATF fluid supports both everyday performance and racing transmission oil/racing atf fluid demands. Whether you’re racing, restoring, or maintaining, it gives your transmission the reliable performance it needs.
Proudly made in Cleveland, Ohio, Presidential Type F Transmission Fluid stands for American-made quality and precision.
Trust Presidential Engineered Lubricants to deliver the Type F transmission fluid your classic or performance vehicle deserves.
Applications
Recommended for both make-up and refill in power steering systems of the following Ford vehicles: 1980 and older Lincolns, 1978 and older models of all other Ford cars, vans, and light trucks. Not recommended for automatic transmission in any cars requiring a MERCON or DEXRON quality fluids.
Benefits
Non-friction modified formulation enables shifting clutches to engage quickly. Better oxidation and thermal stability reduce oil degradation over time. Extremely high Viscosity index ensures adequate lubrication in both high operating & low starting temperatures. Superior anti-wear technology protects transmission against wear.
