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Stingr69 · 03-24-2010, 03:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by caverman

Where is everyone getting the Mobil 1 ATF tranny fluid? I looked at my local O'Rielly and they didn't have it.

Pep Boys has it. I had to shop around quite a bit to find it. Buy some online if you want to save a lot of driving around.

-Mark.

jnm2003 · 03-25-2010, 12:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Stingr69

Pep Boys has it. I had to shop around quite a bit to find it. Buy some online if you want to save a lot of driving around.

-Mark.

YEAP thanks stingr I picked mine up at pep boys today along with my engine oil. I went to a chevy dealer and got me some super dot 4 brake fluid for my clutch. Flushed it tonight and so far it seems to have helped alot!!! cant wait for tomorrow after work to do my tranny fluid!!!

Legend · 03-25-2010, 10:34 AM

Another good thread with great info!!

Has anyone else used redline 75w90 in the rear diffy? I'm going to change mine and wnt to see if there are any other options opinions out there.

If not...Redline 75w90 it will be!

Moriartii · 03-25-2010, 11:17 AM

Yes Legend, I used Redline 75W90 in my rear dif. I got two quarts of it.
Drain the old.
Filled up.
Drained out a tad
Topped it off.
All is well and still have 3/4 of a quart left.

I would recommend anyone who is going to do this to pick up a suction gun, makes is SOOOOO much easier. I have a 18oz lumax suction gun that is very nice.

Cheers
K

*Mr. Wyndham* · 03-25-2010, 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by jnm2003

IM NOT USING GM anything only aftermarket gm approved fluids. If draining my differential fluid after a couple thousand miles looked like what it did with their gm crap then im not putting it back in...

Just a note....that diff fluid would have looked the same at 500 miles with ANY fluid, GM or otherwise. The fluid is not to blame, it's the seating-process of the differential internals...

Great thread!!

Reeko · 03-25-2010, 11:41 AM

So,
Haven't ever changed diff fluid.
Do you fill until it starts to overflow a little (that is how I do it on my dirtbike), or is there a way to tell when it is full.
Reeko.

Angrybird 12 · 03-25-2010, 11:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dragoneye

Quote:

Originally Posted by jnm2003
IM NOT USING GM anything only aftermarket gm approved fluids. If draining my differential fluid after a couple thousand miles looked like what it did with their gm crap then im not putting it back in...

Just a note....that diff fluid would have looked the same at 500 miles with ANY fluid, GM or otherwise. The fluid is not to blame, it's the seating-process of the differential internals...

Great thread!!

That is a funny post of his.. He Won't use GM crap but WILL Use "GM APPROVED" Crap

What he dosen't know that GM Crap is probably the same stuff he is buying aftermarket...

SSOOCH · 03-25-2010, 12:12 PM

So I want to swap out my rear diff and tranny fluid. I called my dealer. I've been taking my cars to them and to the same service advisor for the last seventeen years. I've become good friends with my service advisor so I don't think he's trying to rip me off but he quoted me the following:

Rear Diff fluid change. $175. $35 a quart and he says the rear diff uses three quarts. (everybody on here says it takes one quart)???

Transmission fluid change. $100. $7.68 a quart, he says it uses five quarts.

What do you all think? I'm horrible with tools and there is no way I can do this myself.

Thanks!

1977and2010 · 03-25-2010, 01:24 PM

I think your friend is more friendly with your wallet

Robert91RS · 03-25-2010, 01:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1977and2010

I think your friend is more friendly with your wallet

Agreed its 1qt and 4.2qt

gotroost · 03-25-2010, 07:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Moorepheus

How much did that set you back?

It cost around $300. Not cheap, but I am not set up with ramps and didn't really have the time. Getting ready for a track day in a few weeks.

camaro_eddie · 03-25-2010, 07:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wbt

Only thing that will go in my car will be Amsoil. First oil change at 1K, trans and rear at 5K.

Yes AMSOIL all the way!!!

Jarhead · 03-25-2010, 07:44 PM

Changed my engine oil at 1004 miles. Changed my tranny fluid at about 1600 miles. Both with Mobil 1 oils. (Synthetic Eng and ATF for Tranny). Tranny does feel better shifting. Smoother and easier.

Going to do Diff at 2500 miles. Have about 350 more miles to go.

We have Auto Zone and Advance Auto to get the oils from if Wally World doesn't carry it.

rtcat600man · 03-25-2010, 07:55 PM

This is straight from a GM bulletin which should be available at your GM dealership. Just ask the service manager.

“American Axle uses a white or yellow gear “rouge” or marking compound when the tooth contact pattern on the gear is inspected. The white marking compound in particular colors the fluid a milky or semi-metallic gray, … the coloring only lasts between 1,000 and 5,000 miles and then the fluid appears normal. If the customer does not comment of any noise concerns please do not attempt any repairs for the discolored fluid on vehicles under 5,000 miles..."

That all said I still plan to change mine around the 1500 mile mark to get the oil and any slivers of metal out of the rear end while still early in its life.

I do like some of the tips that I have read so far on how to change the fluid. I will be looking for the pump to help get the fluid into the case.

Not sure which fluid I will be using, that research is still on going.

Good luck to all those who change their own fluid.

Michael_Js · 03-25-2010, 07:56 PM

I so enjoy doing the stuff myself! Mods too!! - well, what I can do. Some stuff I don't want to attempt!

Even bought myself another pair of ramps! Race Ramps - Roll Ups! They're great!

Oh, ditto what everyone else said. Changed all my oils around 1500 miles. Rear Diff was gross - besides smelly as usual. Trans oil wasn't bad. Bought an oil pump for the tranny - what a bear getting the oil in!!

All good! Next oil change (5K miles) around the corner!

MEDISIN · 03-25-2010, 07:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SSOOCH

So I want to swap out my rear diff and tranny fluid. I called my dealer. I've been taking my cars to them and to the same service advisor for the last seventeen years. I've become good friends with my service advisor so I don't think he's trying to rip me off but he quoted me the following:

Rear Diff fluid change. $175. $35 a quart and he says the rear diff uses three quarts. (everybody on here says it takes one quart)???

Transmission fluid change. $100. $7.68 a quart, he says it uses five quarts.

What do you all think? I'm horrible with tools and there is no way I can do this myself.

Thanks!

I'm a pharmacist with zero mechanical training. This is ridiculously easy to do yourself. Put that money into a floor jack and 4 stands and/or ramps. You can get the fluids you need for $50 at AutoZone. Takes 2hrs tops to do transmission and rear differential. Plus there's a lot of satisfaction in getting to know your car inside and out!

600hp-lpe · 03-25-2010, 09:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Reeko

So,
Haven't ever changed diff fluid.
Do you fill until it starts to overflow a little (that is how I do it on my dirtbike), or is there a way to tell when it is full.
Reeko.

yes. till it starts coming out the top fill hole...

camaro_eddie · 03-25-2010, 09:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rtcat600man

Not sure which fluid I will be using, that research is still on going.

AMSOIL is the best out there

SSOOCH · 03-25-2010, 10:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MEDISIN

I'm a pharmacist with zero mechanical training. This is ridiculously easy to do yourself. Put that money into a floor jack and 4 stands and/or ramps. You can get the fluids you need for $50 at AutoZone. Takes 2hrs tops to do transmission and rear differential. Plus there's a lot of satisfaction in getting to know your car inside and out!

Thanks, I think I might try it myself.

Legend · 03-25-2010, 10:11 PM

Rear diffy fluid changed!!

Wasn't too bad really...not even much on the drain plug. But, feel better knowing it has been changed!

Thanks for all the great info in this thread!!

hollywoodjose · 03-25-2010, 10:16 PM

anyone with V6 auto do the tranny fluid and differential? if so can you provide steps or tips. I bought 2 quarts of redline 75W90, dont know how many quarts of ATF i will need but I really would like to know. I'm torn on who I can trust because i had bad dealer experience and dont really wanna go back. I did go buy ramps and jack stands, I have two different floor jacks and have the space to probably do it inside of my garage but I kind of need some tips to do this myself. Any and all help is appreciated. Thank you all

Robert91RS · 03-26-2010, 08:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hollywoodjose

anyone with V6 auto do the tranny fluid and differential? if so can you provide steps or tips. I bought 2 quarts of redline 75W90, dont know how many quarts of ATF i will need but I really would like to know. I'm torn on who I can trust because i had bad dealer experience and dont really wanna go back. I did go buy ramps and jack stands, I have two different floor jacks and have the space to probably do it inside of my garage but I kind of need some tips to do this myself. Any and all help is appreciated. Thank you all

V6 auto takes 6.7qt of DEX6 on a pan drop.

Angrybird 12 · 03-26-2010, 12:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Robert91RS

V6 auto takes 6.7qt of DEX6 on a pan drop.

i asked it before and nobody answered if the V6 Auto is showing any signs of the same thing in the rear or trans.. I have had many new cars and this is the first time I have ever heard of anyone changing the rear fluid after just 1000 miles or so...

Robert91RS · 03-26-2010, 01:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Skyman 08

i asked it before and nobody answered if the V6 Auto is showing any signs of the same thing in the rear or trans.. I have had many new cars and this is the first time I have ever heard of anyone changing the rear fluid after just 1000 miles or so...

Sorry Skyman, are you asking me something there or just asking if others have found dirty diff fluid in there v6 auto?

goodiem18 · 03-26-2010, 09:51 PM

Does anyone recommend a certain oil pump or suction gun that was helpful when changing out the tranny and rear diff. fluids? Thanks for any help....

I will be pulling the car out of storage in a week or so...I live in snow covered Northwestern PA.

I think I will be putting Amsoil in the tranny and diff....I run Amsoil in the motor and use Amsoil in all my race machines. Its well worth the money.

03-25-2010, 12:12 PM	#33
SSOOCH "El Dictator" Drives: 08 HHR SS, 2010 Camaro SS/RS #16429 Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: South Jordan, UT Posts: 7,349 View My Garage	So I want to swap out my rear diff and tranny fluid. I called my dealer. I've been taking my cars to them and to the same service advisor for the last seventeen years. I've become good friends with my service advisor so I don't think he's trying to rip me off but he quoted me the following: Rear Diff fluid change. $175. $35 a quart and he says the rear diff uses three quarts. (everybody on here says it takes one quart)??? Transmission fluid change. $100. $7.68 a quart, he says it uses five quarts. What do you all think? I'm horrible with tools and there is no way I can do this myself. Thanks! __________________

03-25-2010, 01:24 PM	#34
1977and2010 Tampa Gulf Coast Family Drives: 1977 Z28, 2SSRS 2010 M6 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Dunedin FL Posts: 722	I think your friend is more friendly with your wallet __________________

03-25-2010, 07:44 PM	#38
Jarhead Semper Fi Camaro Drives: 2010 1SS/RS Aqua Blue LS3 Gauge PKG Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Shelby NC Posts: 426 View My Garage	Changed my engine oil at 1004 miles. Changed my tranny fluid at about 1600 miles. Both with Mobil 1 oils. (Synthetic Eng and ATF for Tranny). Tranny does feel better shifting. Smoother and easier. Going to do Diff at 2500 miles. Have about 350 more miles to go. We have Auto Zone and Advance Auto to get the oils from if Wally World doesn't carry it. __________________

03-25-2010, 07:56 PM	#40
Michael_Js SoCal C5 Family Member Drives: 2010 Camaro SS/RS - Black w/IOM; 6M Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: San Diego, CA, USA Posts: 5,329 View My Garage	I so enjoy doing the stuff myself! Mods too!! - well, what I can do. Some stuff I don't want to attempt! Even bought myself another pair of ramps! Race Ramps - Roll Ups! They're great! Oh, ditto what everyone else said. Changed all my oils around 1500 miles. Rear Diff was gross - besides smelly as usual. Trans oil wasn't bad. Bought an oil pump for the tranny - what a bear getting the oil in!! All good! Next oil change (5K miles) around the corner! Attached Images __________________ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 2010 Black 2SS/RS; 6M; IOM, GFX, sunroof; ADM Race CAI; Zoomers CB; Viper Alarm; Pdaft F&R sways, Adj Endlinks, Rtrailing arms, Camber kit, strut brace, Front Trailing Arm Bushing; SLP Skip-Shift Elim; Tinted lights/windows; Hurst Short-throw; LoJack; Door & Dash ABL Mods; Subthump; JBA Shorty headers; AACStyle LEDs; Stillen DS rotors, Hawk Ceramic pads; Havoc Blk Chrome wheels: 20x9s; Lingenfelter Blk Al Pedals; RevXtreme Catch Can; Goodridge SS lines; Ported TB; RK Sport hood; Hotchkis chassis brace; KW V3 coilovers;

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03-25-2010, 10:34 AM	#28
Legend Hello! Drives: 2008 JSB Z06! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 2,625 View My Garage	Another good thread with great info!! Has anyone else used redline 75w90 in the rear diffy? I'm going to change mine and wnt to see if there are any other options opinions out there. If not...Redline 75w90 it will be!

03-25-2010, 11:17 AM	#29
Moriartii Drives: 11 IOM 2SS/RS M6 w/Hurst Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Austin Texas Posts: 1,279	Yes Legend, I used Redline 75W90 in my rear dif. I got two quarts of it. Drain the old. Filled up. Drained out a tad Topped it off. All is well and still have 3/4 of a quart left. I would recommend anyone who is going to do this to pick up a suction gun, makes is SOOOOO much easier. I have a 18oz lumax suction gun that is very nice. Cheers K

03-25-2010, 11:41 AM	#31
Reeko Drives: 69 Camaro RS Conv. 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Hillsboro, OR Posts: 86	So, Haven't ever changed diff fluid. Do you fill until it starts to overflow a little (that is how I do it on my dirtbike), or is there a way to tell when it is full. Reeko.

03-25-2010, 07:55 PM	#39
rtcat600man having FUN now Drives: 2010 2LT IOM Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Clarkston, Michigan Posts: 6,269 View My Garage	This is straight from a GM bulletin which should be available at your GM dealership. Just ask the service manager. “American Axle uses a white or yellow gear “rouge” or marking compound when the tooth contact pattern on the gear is inspected. The white marking compound in particular colors the fluid a milky or semi-metallic gray, … the coloring only lasts between 1,000 and 5,000 miles and then the fluid appears normal. If the customer does not comment of any noise concerns please do not attempt any repairs for the discolored fluid on vehicles under 5,000 miles..." That all said I still plan to change mine around the 1500 mile mark to get the oil and any slivers of metal out of the rear end while still early in its life. I do like some of the tips that I have read so far on how to change the fluid. I will be looking for the pump to help get the fluid into the case. Not sure which fluid I will be using, that research is still on going. Good luck to all those who change their own fluid.

03-25-2010, 10:11 PM	#45
Legend Hello! Drives: 2008 JSB Z06! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 2,625 View My Garage	Rear diffy fluid changed!! Wasn't too bad really...not even much on the drain plug. But, feel better knowing it has been changed! Thanks for all the great info in this thread!!

03-25-2010, 10:16 PM	#46
hollywoodjose Drives: 2010 Black 1LT Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: WA Posts: 381 View My Garage	anyone with V6 auto do the tranny fluid and differential? if so can you provide steps or tips. I bought 2 quarts of redline 75W90, dont know how many quarts of ATF i will need but I really would like to know. I'm torn on who I can trust because i had bad dealer experience and dont really wanna go back. I did go buy ramps and jack stands, I have two different floor jacks and have the space to probably do it inside of my garage but I kind of need some tips to do this myself. Any and all help is appreciated. Thank you all

03-26-2010, 09:51 PM	#50
goodiem18 Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS RS Inferno Orange Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: PA Posts: 57	Does anyone recommend a certain oil pump or suction gun that was helpful when changing out the tranny and rear diff. fluids? Thanks for any help.... I will be pulling the car out of storage in a week or so...I live in snow covered Northwestern PA. I think I will be putting Amsoil in the tranny and diff....I run Amsoil in the motor and use Amsoil in all my race machines. Its well worth the money.