I was wondering which is better? I know I want to use either one or the other I just don't know which would be better. So let the comparison begin!

 

http://forums.maxima.org/showthread....hreadid=100060

 

I imagine they preform pretty similarly.

I have redline now, and am going to put in Amsoil when I change my clutch. I bought Amsoil for no other reason than convenience. I use it for my engine, so I added some tranny fluid on my last order.

 

The oil anlaysis spreadsheet does not have a comparison between Amsoil MT and Redline MT. I was looking for people that have used these brands and would suggest them based on their results. I am using Valvoline Durablend right now and I am definitely not happy with it. I was particularly interested in what people have to say about Amsoil MT oil because I know a lot of people have been satisfied with Redline.

 

My max has 60k miles on her so its due for a manual tranny fluid change... My buddy (where I'm putting my summer tires on) has a hoist and I'm thinking of changing the fluid at the same time... Is it a straight drain plug, or is it like some autos where you have to remove the pan and its a real pain in the **** job to do? How much fluid (not that I won't check the manual, but I'm at work )

Thanx!

 

There is a drain plug. It is just like draining the oil. It takes 5 quarts as well.

 

Is there anything else that I should do before I put new fluid in it?? Flush system with something? Filter present? Break in period on new fluid? or anything?

 

When I replaced the MT fluid the first time I drained and then filled. I think this is all you have to do?

 

its a drain and fill

there is a fill hole and a drain hole. Maxima non LSD trans takes 4.7 qt i believe and the LSD takes 4.5 qt. If your on flat ground, you fill the trans until fluid comes out of the fill hole.

 

How many qts do our 5spds take?

 

Redline + 6-Speed = Poor Choice

 

wait..your saying Redline MT90+ a 2k2/2k3 6 speed..is a poor choice? I hope your joking...im using it..its feels way better than stock..and im sure other members will agree.

 

yeah....i'm with china...only had my redline for a week and it's been fine. care to add more to your mathematical theory.

 

I've used Redline and Amsoil. I like Amsoil. Surprise

Both the 5 speed and the 6 speed are drain and fill procedures. No special flushes, weird procedures or machines necessary. Just basic hand tools and a long funnel.

The 5 speed people should buy 5 quarts. The 6 speed people should buy 3 quarts.

Everyone I know who has used a synthetic in the 5 speed has loved it. It seems that about half of the 6 speed people love it, the other half hate it. I've seen these comments on both Amsoil and Redline, so the no brand is immune.

 

I've used Redline MT-90, Amsoil GL-4, and Amsoil Series 2000. Amsoil Series 2000 wins hands down.

 

I was going to get Amsoil 2000 Series MT Fluid because I could just order it with my motor oil. Thanks guys for your help! iwannabmw I will be sending an order your way in about a month or so!