Anyone NOT like AMSOIL? Why?
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Re: Anyone NOT like AMSOIL? Why? (indypace78)
Just made the switch before CI3. After 2000 hard miles including a few high speed runs. No cumsumption to report.
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Re: Anyone NOT like AMSOIL? Why? (Snake Slayer)
I just changed both rear differential and tranny fluids in my 99 MN6 to Amsoil...workin good :yesnod: :)
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Re: Anyone NOT like AMSOIL? Why? (Sam Lin)
Amsoil was the first Synthetic Oil made starting in 1972.
It outperforms any other synthetic oil on the market at substantial savings through longer oil change intervals.
Example: 6 1/2 quarts of Amsoil 5W30 Oil. $5.70 X 6.5= $37.05
Oil filter changed at initial change and at 12,500 miles = 2 @ $ 10.30 = $20.30
Total cost $47.35
Other Oil changes at 5.000 miles would cost
5 oil filters at $5.00 each (est) Cost $ 25.00
Oil 6.5 qts each change equals 32.5 quarts used.
at 5.00 per quart = $162.50
total cost $187.50
Cost for Amsoil $47.35
Cost for other synthetics $187.50
This is a savings of $140.35 per year if you change your oil at 5,000 miles.
this is just an example of the savings you can get by using Amsoil.
If you have any questions feel free to write.
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It outperforms any other synthetic oil on the market at substantial savings through longer oil change intervals.
Example: 6 1/2 quarts of Amsoil 5W30 Oil. $5.70 X 6.5= $37.05
Oil filter changed at initial change and at 12,500 miles = 2 @ $ 10.30 = $20.30
Total cost $47.35
Other Oil changes at 5.000 miles would cost
5 oil filters at $5.00 each (est) Cost $ 25.00
Oil 6.5 qts each change equals 32.5 quarts used.
at 5.00 per quart = $162.50
total cost $187.50
Cost for Amsoil $47.35
Cost for other synthetics $187.50
This is a savings of $140.35 per year if you change your oil at 5,000 miles.
this is just an example of the savings you can get by using Amsoil.
If you have any questions feel free to write.
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Re: Anyone NOT like AMSOIL? Why? (indypace78)
I've used Amsoil in various cars over the past 15 or so years and always had excellent results. My 86 TA required rear end fluid changes every 12K miles due to the synthetic limited-slip additive. When I switched to Amsoil at 12K with the rear end clunking like a can of bolts due to worn out fluid, everything smoothed out and I never had to change it again.
In fact, I was at tshac's this weekend and picked up an entire fluid changeover for my crankcase, tranny and rear gear. He's a dealer and stocks lots of it. :cheers:
In fact, I was at tshac's this weekend and picked up an entire fluid changeover for my crankcase, tranny and rear gear. He's a dealer and stocks lots of it. :cheers:
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Re: Anyone NOT like AMSOIL? Why? (indypace78)
If you use their synthetics only user their Series 2000 if you can. Their other stuff is good but the Series 2000 stuff is the BEST!
Oil: Amsoil Series 2000 0W-30 oil
Trans: Amsoil Universal synthetic ATF
Real axle: Amsoil Series 2000 75W-90 gear oil
Their air filters are excellent for their filtering properties but the line is limited mainly for factory applications. The fit & finish on the air filters is marginal. Some will fit. Others will not.
Amsoil does make an excellent 2-cycle oil for snowmobiles & watercraft. They have a wide range of products.
Oil: Amsoil Series 2000 0W-30 oil
Trans: Amsoil Universal synthetic ATF
Real axle: Amsoil Series 2000 75W-90 gear oil
Their air filters are excellent for their filtering properties but the line is limited mainly for factory applications. The fit & finish on the air filters is marginal. Some will fit. Others will not.
Amsoil does make an excellent 2-cycle oil for snowmobiles & watercraft. They have a wide range of products.
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Re: Anyone NOT like AMSOIL? Why? (TAL)
I am getting the crankcase & rear done now! Staying with Dextron III in the tranny at the advice of many people & tranny experts. Seems the C5 has synthetic in engine & rear already but NOT the transmission.
Not taking a change with a sny in the A4 tranny.
Will post how it drives & feels later on...
Not taking a change with a sny in the A4 tranny.
Will post how it drives & feels later on...
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Re: Anyone NOT like AMSOIL? Why? (ISLANDBOY2)
When using AMSOIL in the rear differential, does an additive need to be added?
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Re: Anyone NOT like AMSOIL? Why? (indypace78)
Since 1993 I have used & sold Amsoil :D It don't get no better than Amsoil!
Put it in your A4 ASAP! Lowers temps & the shift is better. In the rear end, no friction modifier is needed,Amsoil has it in all of the gear lubes.I run Series 2000 0w30 Motor oil :yesnod: :yesnod: :yesnod:
Run the BEST & Buy it right (wholesale) You will be all :D :D :D !
Put it in your A4 ASAP! Lowers temps & the shift is better. In the rear end, no friction modifier is needed,Amsoil has it in all of the gear lubes.I run Series 2000 0w30 Motor oil :yesnod: :yesnod: :yesnod:
Run the BEST & Buy it right (wholesale) You will be all :D :D :D !
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Re: Anyone NOT like AMSOIL? Why? (indypace78)
Their oil and oil filters are the best. I've been using them for several years, at extended intervals, and have experienced outstanding results.
I think their air filters, though, are crappy, and will continue to use a K&N instead. :seeya
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I think their air filters, though, are crappy, and will continue to use a K&N instead. :seeya
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Re: Anyone NOT like AMSOIL? Why? (DI2FLY)
Amsoil says it both ways on there website:
AMSOIL gear oils are formulated with friction modifiers for limited slip differential applications. There is no need to add limited slip or additional additives.
AMSOIL Series 2000 Synthetic Gear Lube provides limited slip performance. Although generally not necessary, original equipment manufacturers' limited slip additives may be used in conjunction with AMSOIL Series 2000 Synthetic Gear Lube.
I added the GM additive to the series 2k gearlube and have had no problems. I also used the amsoil ATF D4 in my Z06 MM12. At Road Atlanta last w/e I got the "High trans temp" warning on the DIC. When I hit the reset button it would show the trans temp of 271-274. This will only work when you get the warning first. I just pulled into the pits and let it cool down till the next session. It did happen on 3 of the last 30 min sessions right near the end. I think it was more due to how hard I was drivng the car. Talked to some more experienced drivers there and they kept their cars in 4th alot more than I did and had no problems. Oil tems ran up to 280, but where int he 270s for the most part.
AMSOIL gear oils are formulated with friction modifiers for limited slip differential applications. There is no need to add limited slip or additional additives.
AMSOIL Series 2000 Synthetic Gear Lube provides limited slip performance. Although generally not necessary, original equipment manufacturers' limited slip additives may be used in conjunction with AMSOIL Series 2000 Synthetic Gear Lube.
I added the GM additive to the series 2k gearlube and have had no problems. I also used the amsoil ATF D4 in my Z06 MM12. At Road Atlanta last w/e I got the "High trans temp" warning on the DIC. When I hit the reset button it would show the trans temp of 271-274. This will only work when you get the warning first. I just pulled into the pits and let it cool down till the next session. It did happen on 3 of the last 30 min sessions right near the end. I think it was more due to how hard I was drivng the car. Talked to some more experienced drivers there and they kept their cars in 4th alot more than I did and had no problems. Oil tems ran up to 280, but where int he 270s for the most part.
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Re: Anyone NOT like AMSOIL? Why? (indypace78)
I use it everywhere except the C5 crankcase because I change it so often-about 8X per year. I use the gear oil everywhere from C5 to diesel 4wd tractor axles. they make the only synth ATF I know of. Only 100:1 2 stroke I know of.Even their grease is impressive. The marketing thing gets a little Amwayish(MLM) but if you read the history of the product they have been the leader in synthetics. Converted the tractor hydraulic fluid (9 gallons) to Amsoil: now at 20 deg F instead of the front end loader squealing for 10minutes and being sluggish til the fluid warmed , I get full power right away.
