Ford 555B

J Jenkins · Apr 17, 2023

What weight oil goes in the shuttle, ('reverser') on a 555B? I assume type 'F' since it should have friction discs and needs a friction modifier fluid like type 'F'
Also, what fluid goes in the range transmission on the same machine? I assume 85/140 or in those days 90 wt. gear oil.
Additionally where would the serial number be located on the machine...still have not located it.

Check Break · Apr 17, 2023

(quoted from post at 18:24:37 04/17/23) What weight oil goes in the shuttle, ('reverser') on a 555B? I assume type 'F' since it should have friction discs and needs a friction modifier fluid like type 'F'
Also, what fluid goes in the range transmission on the same machine? I assume 85/140 or in those days 90 wt. gear oil.
Additionally where would the serial number be located on the machine...still have not located it.

Ford 134 (M2C134D). Look for something that "meets or exceeds". Others will tell you it's ok to use the "recommended for" oils, but I disagree. Oil questions usually start an argument. Valvoline still makes the correct oil. VV813. Both the shuttle and the transmission share the same oil. The differential and brakes are a separate compartment. Use 134D in both compartments. You can use a cheaper oil in the hydraulic tank.

Tim PloughNman Daley RIP · Apr 18, 2023

Don't know about a 555, what year we talkin'? 134D oil is no longer made/sold by CNH, some dealers may have NOS jugs on their dusty shelves. The SAE=90 is a GL1 grade, but others advise to use a GL3 Grade and use any standard UTF claiming it works best in cold climates. Debatable. I've used the SAE-90 stuff in all three brands shown, (CNH 134D, NAPA, TSC) and never had any issues and I live in Michigan where it is winter 9 months out the year.

FORD MC134D HYDRAULIC OIL, NLA:

SAE-90, a GL1 GRADE, SOLD TODAY:

Tim Daley(MI)

Jim.ME · Apr 18, 2023

(quoted from post at 00:30:29 04/18/23)
Ford 134 (M2C134D). Look for something that "meets or exceeds". Others will tell you it's ok to use the "recommended for" oils, but I disagree. Oil questions usually start an argument. Valvoline still makes the correct oil. VV813. Both the shuttle and the transmission share the same oil. The differential and brakes are a separate compartment. Use 134D in both compartments. You can use a cheaper oil in the hydraulic tank.

To be clear, the product is Valvoline Unitrac Fluid. VV813 is the part number, not the product name, for a 5-gallon pail of that product. It is shown as meeting the 134D spec.

Unitrac Product Data sheet

Jim.ME · Apr 18, 2023

(quoted from post at 07:10:48 04/18/23) Don't know about a 555, what year we talkin'?
Tim Daley(MI)

555B was built about 1985 to 1988.

I don't think SAE gear oils are recommended for wet brakes and clutches.

Many of the UTHFs on the market are backwards compatible to meet the 134D spec.

Fritz Maurer · Apr 18, 2023

90 weight gear oil goes no where on that machine unless it has 4 wheel drive. The friction modifier you are talking about goes in the REAR compartment for the brakes, not up front in the direction clutches. You dont need the friction modifier at all unless you use cheap oil. If you do use cheap oil, the brakes will start chattering shortly after, then you will need to purchase the additive. Need to google 555B operators manual and pick one up... they are cheap

Andy Wickiser · Apr 18, 2023

A 555B should have a sticker similar to the one below. DF8 at the beginning of the model number means 555B. If you can't find it the important numbers should be stamped on a flat spot on the transmission case directly to the rear of the starter. It's not a spot that's easy to see.

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Check Break · Apr 18, 2023

(quoted from post at 04:49:37 04/18/23)

(quoted from post at 00:30:29 04/18/23)
Ford 134 (M2C134D). Look for something that "meets or exceeds". Others will tell you it's ok to use the "recommended for" oils, but I disagree. Oil questions usually start an argument. Valvoline still makes the correct oil. VV813. Both the shuttle and the transmission share the same oil. The differential and brakes are a separate compartment. Use 134D in both compartments. You can use a cheaper oil in the hydraulic tank.

Click to expand...

To be clear, the product is Valvoline Unitrac Fluid. VV813 is the part number, not the product name, for a 5-gallon pail of that product. It is shown as meeting the 134D spec.

Unitrac Product Data sheet

There's more than one Unitrac product now so Unitrac can get confusing. If you decide to go with Valvoline, ask for Unitrac VV813 or just Valvoline VV813 to avoid problems.

Andy Wickiser · Apr 18, 2023

Just to add to what others have said. If you want the current manufacturer recomendation that would be New Holland Ambra Multi G 134. It's weight is 10W30. Below is a link to some information. It's price is a bit more than a typical generic Premium Universal Tractor Fluid, and a bit less or about the same as many brands name equivalents.
Ambra Multi G 134

rlp in Co. · Apr 18, 2023

I use universal oil from Wal-Mart in my 550 backhoe.

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