Ah forgot to update you guys.
Yes, brand new Lifeguard ZF8 transmission fluid was used to refill the car. I used ISTA/D to measure the oil temp for the correct fill.
All 10 quarts of the oil were drained and refilled with new oil.. that was the easiest part!
Easy fix guys no sweat
madmortar it's under the plastic cover that the exhaust runs parallel to..