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[Z06] Amsoil Torque-Drive trans fluid WORKS!!!

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Old 02-23-2014, 11:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Andy Collins
How many quarts of transmission fluid and how many for the rear diff? Could I get the fluids from you cheaper than buying local? I live in south Mississippi.
I brought the gallon and had about a half quart left.

For the differential I needed a little less than 2 quarts plus I used lessed than half of the small container of the amsiol additive.forgot the name of it but im sure c66 can chime in
Old 02-23-2014, 11:22 PM
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Originally Posted by 85corvettec4
dont think it wont put unnecessary strain on the synchros?
I dont track my car and I Hope it doesn't do what you are worried about.
Old 02-23-2014, 11:31 PM
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This Torque-Drive is some good stuff..my tranny is just getting better and better with this fluid in my transmission. .
As I said I couldn't tell no difference useing it in my 6mt infiniti g35.it still feels the same as the previous oil that was in there but amsoil did a good job comeing up with the Torque-Drive for the corvettes because I Immediately noticed the difference AND it has made my z06 a pleasure to Drive and calmed my nerves down because I thought my transmission needed a rebuild.
Im only talking about my great experience I had with it so if it dont work for you dont come blaming me hahaha..but I think people should give it a try on there next fluid change and see if it works for you the same way it has for me
Old 02-23-2014, 11:44 PM
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[QUOTE=FruiTay;1586246975]If you get it from C66, its not any more expensive than Mobil 1 motor oil. $8 something a quart. Very worth it![/QUOTE

I wish I could but I live in the great white North and with the exchange rate & shipping it won't be worth my while.
Old 02-23-2014, 11:56 PM
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Dang it!
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Just ordered my 3rd batch from Brad (C66) for use in my 02 Z that see's light track usage.

Easy process with Brad, highly recommend buying through him.

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Have a stage 2 LT1 Camaro T56 still a touch notchy which Amsoil should I use? It originally calls for Dextron 2 post or pm is fine.
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amsoil is great stuff
Old 02-28-2014, 08:21 PM
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Originally Posted by moe24
thanks to froggys youtube videos and torquez06 Webpage makeing this DIY a breeze.

http://www.toquez06.com/tranny.html
Glad the DIY helped you out !

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All, sorry was on travel this week and offline except for email/PMs.

Answering several questions, comments above.

C5 Tranny: ~3.5 qts (Torque Drive comes in 1 gal bottle)
C5 Diff: ~ 1.7 qts (order 2 qts)

The Torque Drive is suitable for infrequently driven street cars. The viscosity of the Torque Drive meets the specification for our trannies which was Dexron III (since superseded but our owner's manuals all spec Dexron III). The Torque Drive shouldn't have any negative impact on synchros.

Tak06 - AMSOIL has distribution centers in Toronto and Edmonton. I sell to a lot of Canadian customers. It might not be as expensive as you might think. Drop me a PM with your address and what you'd like (best to group orders, e.g. tranny and diff vice tranny then diff) and I'll give you a quote.

For the Stage 2 T56 in the Camaro, I personally would use the Torque Drive, but can't promise it will completely cure your notchy shifting. The T56 is inherently notchy.
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I'm confused, are you guys putting this AMSOIL Auto Trans fluid in your T56? Forgive my ignorance, but why not go with their manual tranny fluid?
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GM specifies Dexron 3 ATF only for the M12.

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Originally Posted by 2much_hp
I'm confused, are you guys putting this AMSOIL Auto Trans fluid in your T56? Forgive my ignorance, but why not go with their manual tranny fluid?
As Tak06 indicates, the C5 and C5 Z06 specified a Dexron III specification for our manual transmissions. Dexron III is a superseded ATF specification though many companies still make fluids to this spec as there still is a market for it. Tremec still specifies this for the T56 in our transmissions.

From Tremec's website:
"Q: Why use automatic transmission fluid in a manual gearbox?

A: Automatic transmission fluids provide the necessary protection and lubrication, while still allowing the synchronizer to function at its best."
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I'm glad I stumbled upon this thread! I was just getting ready to change the transmission and rear diff fluid in my Z06 here when I get it out for the season. A lot of good comments/feedback in here about it. C66, I think I am gonna give the Amsoil a run here to see how it does for me.
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Thanks C66... I order AMSOIL Trans Fluid today!!

I'll let everyone know how it works out.
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Originally Posted by blackcrow64
C66, I think I am gonna give the Amsoil a run here to see how it does for me.
Originally Posted by 2much_hp
Thanks C66... I order AMSOIL Trans Fluid today!!
Thanks and thanks. Appreciate the support.
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Hey C66, do I need to add the slip lock when I change the diff fluid with with Amsoil severe gear for a street driven car?
And how much Slip lock would you recommend

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Originally Posted by ReaverCR90
Hey C66, do I need to add the slip lock when I change the diff fluid with with Amsoil severe gear for a street driven car?
And how much Slip lock would you recommend
4oz of LSD additive for the severe. itll be marked on the front of the bottle if its premixed or not
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Does anyone use the AMSOIL Manual Synchromesh Transmission Fluid 5W-30 in their transmission? I use Mobll 1 ATF synthetic now and it works great.
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Originally Posted by ReaverCR90
Hey C66, do I need to add the slip lock when I change the diff fluid with with Amsoil severe gear for a street driven car?
And how much Slip lock would you recommend
Is slip lock like a friction modifier?


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