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Old May 23, 2009 | 02:32 AM
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Redline or Amsoil? Leaning towards Redline since its more readily avalable at NAPA. What say you?
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I use Redline and I've been very happy with it, but my NAPA store doesn't handle it. Wish they did.
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Is Amsoil only found online?
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Is Amsoil only found online?
A few small retailers may carry, but you usually pay more for that convenience and the selection is limited. They ship from multiple locations. Whenever I need something I can get it in 2 to 3 days usually.

PM Subdriver. He'll answer your Amsoil questions.
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amsoil is probably your best bet. it is the most widely used tranny fluid, so u know u cant go wrong. as for the diff fluid, get the stuff that comes in the c6 diff - gm number 88862624.
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amsoil is probably your best bet. it is the most widely used tranny fluid, so u know u cant go wrong. as for the diff fluid, get the stuff that comes in the c6 diff - gm number 88862624.
I've heard of the C6 stuff, but why is it better than the top of the line Synthetics on the market?
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Mobil 1 75-90 LS will work just fine. Later! Frank
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Originally Posted by MTPZ06
Is Amsoil only found online?
Some stores carry it, but the CEO of AMSOIL is retired USAF and he is pro-small business and his policies prohibit sales in corporate chain owned stores. Franchised stores like many Napa stores can carry it, but most don't.

If you chose AMSOIL, drop me a PM and I'll ensure you get the best online prices via the AMSOIL Preferred Customer Program, about 20-25% under retail.

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Originally Posted by Subdriver
Some stores carry it, but the CEO of AMSOIL is retired USAF and he is pro-small business and his policies prohibit sales in corporate chain owned stores. Franchised stores like many Napa stores can carry it, but most don't.

If you chose AMSOIL, drop me a PM and I'll ensure you get the best online prices via the AMSOIL Preferred Customer Program, about 20-25% under retail.

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