Whats the best transmission fluid for a Z06
01-18-2005, 05:13 PM
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Whats the best transmission fluid for a Z06
Whats the best transmission fluid for a Z06?
And as long as we are at it whats the best fluid for the rear end?
And as long as we are at it whats the best fluid for the rear end?
01-18-2005, 05:53 PM
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Originally Posted by w8d4it
Whats the best transmission fluid for a Z06?
And as long as we are at it whats the best fluid for the rear end?
And as long as we are at it whats the best fluid for the rear end?
For the transmission:
Royal Purple Max-ATF
http://www.royalpurple.com/prodsa/matfa.html
When I changed the fluid 3 or 4 months ago, there was a noticeable change in how smooth the transmission felt and shifted.
For the differential
Royal Purple Max-Gear
http://www.royalpurple.com/prodsa/mgeara.html
01-18-2005, 06:05 PM
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I up-graded to Mobil-1 Synthetic ATF. It works very well and is reasonablely priced!
The trans shifts smoother!
It also helped my 98 MN6 Coupe!
GOOD STUFF!
Bill C
The trans shifts smoother!
It also helped my 98 MN6 Coupe!
GOOD STUFF!
Bill C
01-18-2005, 07:01 PM
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Royal Purple, you can surly see the difference in how much smoother it shifts, especially when you speed shift. Seems like a lot of the autocross guy's have been using RP
01-18-2005, 09:06 PM
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I use Redline MTL. It's great stuff. I tried the Redline D4, but was not satisfied with the results. With the MTL I can slip the tranny into reverse on the first try. I've used the MTL before on other cars with much success.
01-18-2005, 09:11 PM
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For anyone with older M6 trannies reading this, the M12 can run tranny fluids that aren't safe for some M6's. The M12 can take any good fluid. My preferences based on reviews here:
Amsoil or Redline
Mobil 1
GM Synchromesh
Royal Purple
Amsoil or Redline
Mobil 1
GM Synchromesh
Royal Purple
01-19-2005, 03:41 AM
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Originally Posted by 66427-450
After much consideration, I went with the following for my MN6 C5:
Trans: Red Line D4 ATF
Diff: Red Line 75W90 w/friction modifier
Trans: Red Line D4 ATF
Diff: Red Line 75W90 w/friction modifier
Changed both 2 weeks after I got the car in 2000. Have changed once more since. But didn't need any additional friction modifier either time. I believe Redline comes with 4% FM as standard.
Last edited by Richin Chicago; 01-19-2005 at 08:56 AM.
01-19-2005, 04:09 AM
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Originally Posted by 66427-450
After much consideration, I went with the following for my MN6 C5:
Trans: Red Line D4 ATF
Diff: Red Line 75W90 w/friction modifier
Trans: Red Line D4 ATF
Diff: Red Line 75W90 w/friction modifier
01-19-2005, 10:47 AM
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Originally Posted by leaftye
For anyone with older M6 trannies reading this, the M12 can run tranny fluids that aren't safe for some M6's. The M12 can take any good fluid. My preferences based on reviews here:
Amsoil or Redline
Mobil 1
GM Synchromesh
Royal Purple
Amsoil or Redline
Mobil 1
GM Synchromesh
Royal Purple
Dont mean to hijack but I have an older M6 tranny- which fluids are NOT recommended on the older M6?
01-19-2005, 12:57 PM
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Originally Posted by 2KREDVert
This must be a trick question, the Z06 doesn't use transmission fluid, it's a six speed and takes lube in the tranny.
01-19-2005, 01:31 PM
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I'm running Royal Purple Synchromax in the trans and Royal Purple Max-Gear in the rear. I made the switch not too long ago, so far, so good. Transmission shifts pretty easy even in this 15 degree weather. 
Last edited by 6SPD98; 01-19-2005 at 01:34 PM.
01-19-2005, 01:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Richin Chicago
But it still take ATF automatic transmission fluid. Not gear oil.
01-19-2005, 01:45 PM
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Originally Posted by 6SPD98
I'm running Royal Purple Synchromax in the trans and Royal Purple Max-Gear in the rear. I made the switch not too long ago, so far, so good. Transmission shifts pretty easy even in this 15 degree weather.
01-19-2005, 06:58 PM
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Royal Purple
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[2KREDVert]Where is the best place to buy Royal Purple products?
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I was able to purchase it through one the local "Speed" shops.
[2KREDVert]Where is the best place to buy Royal Purple products?
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I was able to purchase it through one the local "Speed" shops.