MN12 - What trans fluid?

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Jul 26, 2010 | 02:49 AM

-DLS-

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MN12 - What trans fluid?

I've been getting crappy shifting lately so I am going to change the fluid, align the shifter, do a clutch test, then hope for the best. I don't know how all the gears crap out and get notchy but other times all shift smooth as butter.

I think I am going to use Amsoil ATD (torque drive) for the replacement fluid.

Are there any problems with that fluid or should I get the GM fluid from the dealer, or even something else?

Also is the clutch test, shift into first, get the car up to 6400 rpm, and see if it creeps forward?

I know something is getting angry. Either hydraulics for the clutch or the trans. I hope I don't have to drop it.

Jul 26, 2010 | 03:01 AM

Trios

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Vote here for Amsoil ATD.

Jul 26, 2010 | 03:55 PM

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then its decided, thanks

Jul 26, 2010 | 04:18 PM

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then its decided, thanks

Jul 26, 2010 | 07:03 PM

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Vote here for Amsoil ATD.

Yep,I agree.Use it in my 02Z.While you're at it,do the diff with Amsoil 75-90 Severe Gear.

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Jul 27, 2010 | 01:37 PM

johnson-rod

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I've had them both in my 98 6 speed for over 2 years with zero problems.

Jul 27, 2010 | 10:34 PM

Trios

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then its decided, thanks

I am left speechless by this.

Jul 27, 2010 | 11:23 PM

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Amsoil ATD and Royal Purple Synchromax are both good choices if you want to run synthetic. Otherwise, the GM or Penzoil Synchromesh fluids work really well. Just my $0.02