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Old Apr 27, 2003 | 10:16 PM
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Which gear oil?

I am considering a switch to Redline MT90 or AMSoil series 2000.
Any recommendations.
How much do I need and which kind(75w90)?
How much can I expect to pay for these choices?

Thanks,

ted
Old Apr 27, 2003 | 10:59 PM
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Re: Which gear oil?

Originally posted by MAXTOUT
I am considering a switch to Redline MT90 or AMSoil series 2000.
Any recommendations.
How much do I need and which kind(75w90)?
How much can I expect to pay for these choices?

Thanks,

ted
One of my frinds uses Red Line for his IS300. Usually the place where they sell that stuff is about 8-10 per quarter. They also said that 0once he uses Red Line he can no longer use cheap stuff or it will mess up his engine. I don't know if thats true but I would rather use amsoil.
Old Apr 27, 2003 | 11:02 PM
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Re: Re: Which gear oil?

Originally posted by optimus310


One of my frinds uses Red Line for his IS300. Usually the place where they sell that stuff is about 8-10 per quarter. They also said that 0once he uses Red Line he can no longer use cheap stuff or it will mess up his engine. I don't know if thats true but I would rather use amsoil.
How would you mess up your engine by using a different kind of transmission oil?

You should get 75w90, as for which brand, i read on here a while ago that Redline MT-90 may result in smoother shifts, while the Amsoil might provide a little better protection for your tranny's internals.
Old Apr 28, 2003 | 11:08 AM
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Does anyone on the org deal with Redline or AMSoil? I may have someone in Fort Collins who deals with Redline so it may be cheaper than getting it shipped.
I am just curious if AMSoil will out perform the Redline.

BTW, its tranny (gear) oil that I am looking for not motor oil.

T
Old May 1, 2003 | 06:37 AM
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Originally posted by MAXTOUT
Does anyone on the org deal with Redline or AMSoil? I may have someone in Fort Collins who deals with Redline so it may be cheaper than getting it shipped.
I am just curious if AMSoil will out perform the Redline.

BTW, its tranny (gear) oil that I am looking for not motor oil.

T
I've been dealing with Amsoil for a while now. If you want a complete quote send me an email. Even with shipping I'm very competitive with Redline's pricing.
Old May 1, 2003 | 07:34 AM
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Use iwannabmw, he has great service! I have switched to Amsoil motor oil and gear oil and have nothing but, good things to say! The gear oil especially, changed the notchy Nissan tranny to a nice smooth shift. I used to have to use some force to shift at times and now it just clicks into place. Awesome stuff!
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