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CTS · 11-01-2009, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by kelleyperformance

to clear the trans fluid up- GM calls for their manual transmission fluid p/n 88861800. this is just the new packaging and number for Dex III, and all the camaros (except the aisin) came with dex III in them. its not a good idea to run gear oil in the trans, no matter if its royal purple or not. if youd like to use RP, use their synchromax fluid.

Using the incorrect type of transmission fluid in manual transmissions may affect the sealing ability of the seals. An incorrect type of sealer may not be compatible with the transmission fluid or may not have the correct characteristics for sealing the affected components. Also, the incorrect fluid may chemically attack seals, soft metals or composites inside of the transmission.

Automatic Transmission DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.

Manual Transmission (V6 Engine) SAE 75W-90 GL5 Gear Oil (GM Part No. U.S. 88862475, in Canada 88862476).

Manual Transmission (V8 Engine) Manual Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 88861800, in Canada 88861801).

Rear Axle (V6 Engine with Automatic Transmission) Rear Differential Fluid 75W-90 to GM Specification 9986155. GM Part No. U.S. 89021677, in Canada 89021678.

Rear Axle (V6 Engine with Manual Transmission) Rear Differential Fluid 75W-90 Limited Slip to GM Specification 9986226. GM Part No. U.S. 89021677 and Friction Modifier 1052358, in Canada 89021678 and Friction Modifier 992694.

Rear Axle (V8 Engine)
Rear Differential Fluid 75W-90 Limited Slip to GM Specification 9986226. GM Part No. U.S. 89021677 and Friction Modifier 1052358, in Canada 89021678 and Friction Modifier 992694.

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Dexron III is being phased out as a product name. It is being renamed Manual Transmission Fluid and carries p/n 88861800 U.S. (88861801 Canada).

If fluid p/n 88861800 U.S. (88861801 Canada) is not yet available when servicing a manual transmission or transfer case, Dexron III can be used in its place.

DO NOT use Dexron VI in place of manual transmission fluid in any manual transmissions or transfer cases that specify Dexron III, as a failure may result.

Doc · 11-01-2009, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by CTS

Using the incorrect type of transmission fluid in manual transmissions may affect the sealing ability of the seals. An incorrect type of sealer may not be compatible with the transmission fluid or may not have the correct characteristics for sealing the affected components. Also, the incorrect fluid may chemically attack seals, soft metals or composites inside of the transmission.

Automatic Transmission DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.

Manual Transmission (V6 Engine) SAE 75W-90 GL5 Gear Oil (GM Part No. U.S. 88862475, in Canada 88862476).

Manual Transmission (V8 Engine) Manual Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 88861800, in Canada 88861801).

Rear Axle (V6 Engine with Automatic Transmission) Rear Differential Fluid 75W-90 to GM Specification 9986155. GM Part No. U.S. 89021677, in Canada 89021678.

Rear Axle (V6 Engine with Manual Transmission) Rear Differential Fluid 75W-90 Limited Slip to GM Specification 9986226. GM Part No. U.S. 89021677 and Friction Modifier 1052358, in Canada 89021678 and Friction Modifier 992694.

Rear Axle (V8 Engine)
Rear Differential Fluid 75W-90 Limited Slip to GM Specification 9986226. GM Part No. U.S. 89021677 and Friction Modifier 1052358, in Canada 89021678 and Friction Modifier 992694.

Okay I've just emailed Royal Purple and given them all the particulars so I'll tell you what they say when they reply, that way it's "official".

Doc · 11-01-2009, 11:49 AM

Wow that was fast. Got a response from RP! I stand (or sit as the case might be hehe) corrected! The official reply is as follows:

The Tremec TR6060 manual 6 speed comes from the factory with an atf - we recommend our RP Synchromax part # 01512 as a first choice with our RP maxi part # 01320 as a secondary choice.

Using an EP gear oil is not recommended in this T-56 derived transmission - so the RP MaxGear 75W90 is not recommended.

Thanks,

David

David Canitz
Tech Services
Royal Purple Inc.
1 Royal Purple lane
Porter, TX 77365
281.354.8600
713.725.7207 cell
dcanitz@royalpurple.com

I'll get my trans switched to Synchromax on Tuesday.

the rich dude · 11-01-2009, 02:52 PM

Thanks, good to know info there!

Ject · 11-01-2009, 03:18 PM

Looks like i'll be changing the diff fluid in my car next weekend for some Royal Purple Max Gear 75w90. I'll have to check out where the drain plug is at.... anyone got a photo by chance just in case im blind when I go check.. ?

Anyone ever used Royal Purple Power steering fluids ?

Doc · 11-01-2009, 03:22 PM

Drain plug is on the driver's side near the bottom. It's an inset plug.

Gunsmoke · 11-13-2009, 12:56 AM

i spoke to the dealer today and the guy told me that he's never had a problem with anyone using rp or any other fluid that exceeds oem requirements. the only way it will void your warranty is if they do testing and find the fluid to be the cause of failure. i just picked me up some mobil 1 and some modifier. gonna swap mine out next week. i'm a mobil 1 guy. sorry RP.

the rich dude · 11-13-2009, 02:38 AM

So Doc??? Did you get your tranny fluid rechanged?? Any difference?

Doc · 11-13-2009, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by the rich dude

So Doc??? Did you get your tranny fluid rechanged?? Any difference?

Yes I did and the Hurst shifter is now quieter. The trans is even quieter than before believe it or not which is something I wasn't expecting. 4 qts of their Synchromax did the trick. The whole car now sounds quieter, feels smoother and the reduction in gear friction can be felt. I'm hoping to find out here real soon about a company making a 1-piece carbon fiber driveshaft replacement which will make an even bigger improvement.

JHart · 11-13-2009, 12:17 PM

i'm gonna go with rp 75w90 diff fluid when i go to change it. i'm at 4700 miles, i prob. should change it. :(

Partick · 11-13-2009, 12:34 PM

Changed the differential fluid at 2500mi, the mechanic said it looked pretty bad. Replaced with the recomended GM fluid and additive.

Banshee · 11-15-2009, 09:23 PM

http://www.saferacer.com

Best prices for Rpyal Purple Synchromax and rear lube..

Free shipping

mmbarberoilman · 11-15-2009, 09:49 PM

Changed mine months ago at 2000 to Amsoil 75W-90 Severe Gear. Look up the specs and compare to ANYTHING on the market. If you think this is a hard thing to do, you need to have you daughters do it for you. You do not desreve to drive a performance car if you can not change your own dif fluid, especially since it is so EASY.

the rich dude · 11-15-2009, 11:00 PM

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Originally Posted by mmbarberoilman

Changed mine months ago at 2000 to Amsoil 75W-90 Severe Gear. Look up the specs and compare to ANYTHING on the market. If you think this is a hard thing to do, you need to have you daughters do it for you. You do not desreve to drive a performance car if you can not change your own dif fluid, especially since it is so EASY.

did you have to add there slip diff additive as well?

11-01-2009, 11:49 AM	#45
Doc Dances With Mustangs Drives: 2010 1SS/RS MT Join Date: May 2009 Location: USA Posts: 3,819 View My Garage	Wow that was fast. Got a response from RP! I stand (or sit as the case might be hehe) corrected! The official reply is as follows: The Tremec TR6060 manual 6 speed comes from the factory with an atf - we recommend our RP Synchromax part # 01512 as a first choice with our RP maxi part # 01320 as a secondary choice. Using an EP gear oil is not recommended in this T-56 derived transmission - so the RP MaxGear 75W90 is not recommended. Thanks, David David Canitz Tech Services Royal Purple Inc. 1 Royal Purple lane Porter, TX 77365 281.354.8600 713.725.7207 cell dcanitz@royalpurple.com I'll get my trans switched to Synchromax on Tuesday. __________________ Blue Angel is here!! 1SS/RS LS3 M6 IBM

11-01-2009, 03:18 PM	#47
Ject aka Patrick Drives: '10 Camaro 2SS '04 Silverado Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Derby Kansas Posts: 3,072	Looks like i'll be changing the diff fluid in my car next weekend for some Royal Purple Max Gear 75w90. I'll have to check out where the drain plug is at.... anyone got a photo by chance just in case im blind when I go check.. ? Anyone ever used Royal Purple Power steering fluids ? __________________ Current Modifications: Your average Bolt-ons & Suspension Upgrades GForce Engineering: 9" Rear End, Strange Pro Iron Case w/Moser Nodular 3.70:1 Detroit locker, 3.5" Solid Drive Shaft

11-01-2009, 03:22 PM	#48
Doc Dances With Mustangs Drives: 2010 1SS/RS MT Join Date: May 2009 Location: USA Posts: 3,819 View My Garage	Drain plug is on the driver's side near the bottom. It's an inset plug. __________________ Blue Angel is here!! 1SS/RS LS3 M6 IBM

11-13-2009, 12:56 AM	#49
Gunsmoke wat? Drives: 2010 Chevy Camaro SS RS Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 176	i spoke to the dealer today and the guy told me that he's never had a problem with anyone using rp or any other fluid that exceeds oem requirements. the only way it will void your warranty is if they do testing and find the fluid to be the cause of failure. i just picked me up some mobil 1 and some modifier. gonna swap mine out next week. i'm a mobil 1 guy. sorry RP. __________________

11-13-2009, 12:17 PM	#52
JHart I haz camaro again :) Drives: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 1SS Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Union, South Carolina Posts: 660	i'm gonna go with rp 75w90 diff fluid when i go to change it. i'm at 4700 miles, i prob. should change it. :( __________________ 2010 Camaro 1SS(back in a camaro again, yessssss!) 2010 silverado z71 ccsb(sold, old dd) 2010 camaro1ss(sold, missed, will have another someday)

11-01-2009, 02:52 PM	#46
the rich dude Drives: Getting 2010 Camaro Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Vancouver Posts: 1,149	Thanks, good to know info there!

11-13-2009, 02:38 AM	#50
the rich dude Drives: Getting 2010 Camaro Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Vancouver Posts: 1,149	So Doc??? Did you get your tranny fluid rechanged?? Any difference?

11-13-2009, 12:34 PM	#53
Partick Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: NorCal Posts: 958	Changed the differential fluid at 2500mi, the mechanic said it looked pretty bad. Replaced with the recomended GM fluid and additive.

11-15-2009, 09:23 PM	#54
Banshee Institutionally Insane Drives: 2013 IOM 2SS/RS 1LE Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Detroit MI Posts: 2,115 View My Garage	http://www.saferacer.com Best prices for Rpyal Purple Synchromax and rear lube.. Free shipping __________________ It's got a cop motor, a 440 cubic inch plant, it's got cop tires, cop suspension, cop shocks. It's a model made before catalytic converters so it'll run good on regular gas. What do you say, is it the new Bluesmobile or what?

11-15-2009, 09:49 PM	#55
mmbarberoilman Drives: 2SS, 48 Plymouth, 77 Coup Deville Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Warren Michigan Posts: 218	Changed mine months ago at 2000 to Amsoil 75W-90 Severe Gear. Look up the specs and compare to ANYTHING on the market. If you think this is a hard thing to do, you need to have you daughters do it for you. You do not desreve to drive a performance car if you can not change your own dif fluid, especially since it is so EASY.

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