[jojo32]

The fluid was very dark red, not so much brown. Another reason I was tempted to drain and fill was because the fluid level was much higher then the top mark on the dipstick, maybe around a extra qt. at least.. Now the fluid is right at the top mark, i drained and filled with 3 qts Honda atf. The total fluid capasity of the transmission is about 7 qts so i didnt think it would do to much damage to replace only 3 qts. Maybe the previous owner added some "Lucas tranny fix" and thats where the extra qt came from.
It started to slip alot today, I have to accelerate very slow but once i get going its fine. I Hate for it to come to this, but should i add a little "stop slip" and see if it helps since the new fluid is to slick.. is there any adjustments i can have done for cheap. Any advice would help.. I will not have money for a rebuild for at least a month.