royal purple trans fluid
Thread Starter
Racer
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 433
Likes: 0
From: Northridge southern california
royal purple trans fluid
the dealer said that i need to change my differential fluid.
i dont think i do but if i do should i use this stuff instead of the factory replacement. and if so , how many quarts do i need to buy. and how can i be sure that they even put it in. as you can tell i dont trust my dealer very much. should i take it to jiffy lube or ammco.
also my shifter rattles a lot and the dealer said it was from the aftermarket exhaust.
i have had this problem since before the exhaust was installed. and recall on this.????
thanks guys.
i dont think i do but if i do should i use this stuff instead of the factory replacement. and if so , how many quarts do i need to buy. and how can i be sure that they even put it in. as you can tell i dont trust my dealer very much. should i take it to jiffy lube or ammco.
also my shifter rattles a lot and the dealer said it was from the aftermarket exhaust.
i have had this problem since before the exhaust was installed. and recall on this.????
thanks guys.
Team Owner
Joined: Dec 2002
Posts: 32,074
Likes: 296
From: San Francisco CA
Originally Posted by c6 corvette Z51
the dealer said that i need to change my differential fluid.
i dont think i do but if i do should i use this stuff instead of the factory replacement. and if so , how many quarts do i need to buy. and how can i be sure that they even put it in. as you can tell i dont trust my dealer very much. should i take it to jiffy lube or ammco.
also my shifter rattles a lot and the dealer said it was from the aftermarket exhaust.
i have had this problem since before the exhaust was installed. and recall on this.????
thanks guys.
i dont think i do but if i do should i use this stuff instead of the factory replacement. and if so , how many quarts do i need to buy. and how can i be sure that they even put it in. as you can tell i dont trust my dealer very much. should i take it to jiffy lube or ammco.
also my shifter rattles a lot and the dealer said it was from the aftermarket exhaust.
i have had this problem since before the exhaust was installed. and recall on this.????
thanks guys.
Again this is strange in the manual it says only change trans fluids and differential if it leaks. This goes against what manual says but then again maybe they want early failure of these components so they can get more $$$ from you.
Redline works for me.
Safety Car
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 4,769
Likes: 0
From: SFV CA
Originally Posted by c6 corvette Z51
the dealer said that i need to change my differential fluid.
i dont think i do but if i do should i use this stuff instead of the factory replacement. and if so , how many quarts do i need to buy. and how can i be sure that they even put it in. as you can tell i dont trust my dealer very much. should i take it to jiffy lube or ammco.
also my shifter rattles a lot and the dealer said it was from the aftermarket exhaust.
i have had this problem since before the exhaust was installed. and recall on this.????
thanks guys.
i dont think i do but if i do should i use this stuff instead of the factory replacement. and if so , how many quarts do i need to buy. and how can i be sure that they even put it in. as you can tell i dont trust my dealer very much. should i take it to jiffy lube or ammco.
also my shifter rattles a lot and the dealer said it was from the aftermarket exhaust.
i have had this problem since before the exhaust was installed. and recall on this.????
thanks guys.
Thread Starter
Racer
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 433
Likes: 0
From: Northridge southern california
Originally Posted by Brabus2
Greg, I'm looking to try the Royal Purple fluid too, I saw they sell it at Performance Automotive Warehouse on Nordoff/Desoto. Keep me posted with your results or maybe we can get it done together. I understand Joel (fly a c6) replaced his with Redline at LAPD.
and i wonder if joel felt any difference.
Moderator
Joined: Dec 2002
Posts: 40,898
Likes: 4,351
From: Lakewood Ranch, FL
I use Royal Purple in My LPE car. Seems to work really well, though I have no empirical data to back that up. You are right to not trust the dealer. I took mine down with the RP in the back in a box. When I went to pick up the car, I looked at the bill and it showed a charge for trans and diff fluid. I looked in the back and there was my RP - un opened. What were they thinking? Thinking? NOT!
Racer
Joined: Jan 2002
Posts: 401
Likes: 0
From: Cantonment Florida
My .02......
My C6 is my third 'Vette, and in the last 2 I ran GM Synchromesh in the trans. and it smoothed out both trans. with a slight reduction in heard/felt noise/vibration. In my C5 diff. I ran Redline fluid, and it was excellent, in my C6 I am currently using Amsoil. I believe they are both very compatable, and I look forward to seeing what gains, if any I will pickup on the dyno next time I get it strapped down ! Of course there will be other mods done as well, so I won't have any specefic numbers on just a fluid change.
Steve.
Steve.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 2,007
Likes: 1
From: Eastern PA:ECS Paxton Novi 1500(676rwhp,585tq on stock engine),LG headers, 410's, Corsa Sports, ECS Alky Kit
St. Jude Donor '08-'09
I changed my diff fluid this past weekend to Royal Purple, 2 quarts out, 2 quarts in. The Royal Purple already has the friction modifier in it, so you dont need to add it. I checked my manual and it doesnt list the capacity of the diff fluid for some reason. My car just hit 3k miles on it, and I just wanted to get the old stuff out for the intial break in etc. It was MUCH dirtier than expected and it stunk like hell, stunk up my whole garage!!! Ive changed diff fluid on cars with 75k on them and it looked clean, not sure why the vette looked so crappy, glad its out, I would have it changed if I were you.
Corvette Stories
The Best of Corvette for Corvette Enthusiasts
Top 10 Most Expensive Corvettes Ever Sold on Bring A Trailer
Brett Foote
10 Things Every Corvette Owner Needs (2026 Edition)
Michael S. Palmer
8 Most "Only Corvette Owners Understand" Quirks and Problems
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Reasons the C6 Z06 is Still A Performance Benchmark After 20 Years
Joe Kucinski
How Much Horsepower Every Corvette Engine "LOST" in 1972
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 DOs and DON'Ts for Protecting Your Convertible Top!
Michael S. Palmer
Top 10 Most Explosive Corvettes Ever Made: Power-to-Weight Ratio Ranked!
Joe Kucinski
150 hp to 1,250 hp: Every Corvette Generation Compared by the Specs That Matter
Joe Kucinski
8 Coolest Corvette Pace Cars (and Replicas) of All Time
Verdad Gallardo
Safety Car
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 4,769
Likes: 0
From: SFV CA
Originally Posted by P-Colavette
My C6 is my third 'Vette, and in the last 2 I ran GM Synchromesh in the trans. and it smoothed out both trans. with a slight reduction in heard/felt noise/vibration. In my C5 diff. I ran Redline fluid, and it was excellent, in my C6 I am currently using Amsoil. I believe they are both very compatable, and I look forward to seeing what gains, if any I will pickup on the dyno next time I get it strapped down ! Of course there will be other mods done as well, so I won't have any specefic numbers on just a fluid change.
Steve.
Steve.
Okay, sorry for the off topic guys.
.....
Team Owner
Joined: Dec 2002
Posts: 32,074
Likes: 296
From: San Francisco CA
Originally Posted by 06.Z51.MontRed.Vert
I changed my diff fluid this past weekend to Royal Purple, 2 quarts out, 2 quarts in. The Royal Purple already has the friction modifier in it, so you dont need to add it. I checked my manual and it doesnt list the capacity of the diff fluid for some reason. My car just hit 3k miles on it, and I just wanted to get the old stuff out for the intial break in etc. It was MUCH dirtier than expected and it stunk like hell, stunk up my whole garage!!! Ive changed diff fluid on cars with 75k on them and it looked clean, not sure why the vette looked so crappy, glad its out, I would have it changed if I were you.
Drifting
Joined: Sep 2002
Posts: 1,265
Likes: 0
From: Austin Texas
Trans takes 4.1 quarts and rear takes 2 quarts..
I changed mine this last weekend and it shifts ALOT smoother...
also, funny thing so far is i am getting over 19mpg in the city compared to the usual 17mpg..
I changed mine this last weekend and it shifts ALOT smoother...
also, funny thing so far is i am getting over 19mpg in the city compared to the usual 17mpg..
Race Director
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 10,924
Likes: 854
From: Daytona Beach FL
Originally Posted by 99 torch red vette
Trans takes 4.1 quarts and rear takes 2 quarts..
I changed mine this last weekend and it shifts ALOT smoother...
also, funny thing so far is i am getting over 19mpg in the city compared to the usual 17mpg..
I changed mine this last weekend and it shifts ALOT smoother...
also, funny thing so far is i am getting over 19mpg in the city compared to the usual 17mpg..
I guess you put "Synchromax" in the transmission and "Max-Gear" 75W90 in the differential. Is that correct?
TIA, Bob
Last edited by BEZ06; Jun 6, 2006 at 12:05 AM.
Team Owner
Joined: Dec 2002
Posts: 32,074
Likes: 296
From: San Francisco CA
Originally Posted by 99 torch red vette
Trans takes 4.1 quarts and rear takes 2 quarts..
I changed mine this last weekend and it shifts ALOT smoother...
also, funny thing so far is i am getting over 19mpg in the city compared to the usual 17mpg..
I changed mine this last weekend and it shifts ALOT smoother...
also, funny thing so far is i am getting over 19mpg in the city compared to the usual 17mpg..
Drifting
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 1,343
Likes: 1
From: CA
Originally Posted by 06.Z51.MontRed.Vert
I changed my diff fluid this past weekend to Royal Purple, 2 quarts out, 2 quarts in. The Royal Purple already has the friction modifier in it, so you dont need to add it. I checked my manual and it doesnt list the capacity of the diff fluid for some reason. My car just hit 3k miles on it, and I just wanted to get the old stuff out for the intial break in etc. It was MUCH dirtier than expected and it stunk like hell, stunk up my whole garage!!! Ive changed diff fluid on cars with 75k on them and it looked clean, not sure why the vette looked so crappy, glad its out, I would have it changed if I were you.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 1,037
Likes: 126
St. Jude Donor '07
I have asked my dealer about changing trans fluid to Dexron 4 or RP. He said either would void the warranty 
My mn6 does not shift smooth, but I have had a few problems with the trans, so I need the warranty.
Any thoughts?
My mn6 does not shift smooth, but I have had a few problems with the trans, so I need the warranty.
Any thoughts?
Team Owner
Joined: Dec 2002
Posts: 32,074
Likes: 296
From: San Francisco CA
Originally Posted by Driver_WT
I have asked my dealer about changing trans fluid to Dexron 4 or RP. He said either would void the warranty
My mn6 does not shift smooth, but I have had a few problems with the trans, so I need the warranty.
Any thoughts?
My mn6 does not shift smooth, but I have had a few problems with the trans, so I need the warranty.
Any thoughts?
