Whats the best trans fluid to use?

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Old 10-13-2012, 12:46 PM
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Question Whats the best trans fluid to use?

What's the best fluid to use for a 4l60E I just beefed it up with better clutches and servos. And how many arts do I need including the torque converter which is a 3000 stall 10inch?
 
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Old 10-13-2012, 11:11 PM
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Look into Amsoil products. I started using them a couple of years back and Im impressed with the quality of them. I used special 10w40 with Zinc in my 92 ZR-with good results. Also, I use the Amsoil Torque Drive in my Z06. Its an automatic transmission fluid, but its compatable with the T-56 transmission also. My shifts are smoother and it really helped with cold temperature shifting.

Link: https://www.amsoil.com/a/synthetic-t...uid?zo=1924301
 
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Old 10-13-2012, 11:54 PM
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Amzoil, Royal Purple, and Red Line are top of the line products. I have Valvoline Max Life in mine right now, but I don't run it too hard, but it doesn't have an easy life either.
 
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Old 10-28-2012, 03:54 PM
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Any Dexron 6 fluid should be fine. Don't go with a lower number Dexron anymore, they have been superseded, despite your Owner's Manual...
 
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Old 10-29-2012, 07:54 AM
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12 quarts plus perhaps a wee bit more for a complete fill including T/C but be sure to follow the proper process and let it warm and check when on flat surface and idling.
 
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Old 10-29-2012, 03:07 PM
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I like Amzoil Transmission fluid.
 
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Old 10-29-2012, 05:57 PM
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Royal purple. How much tans fluid came out when you drained it... thats how much to put back in - in general.
 
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Old 10-30-2012, 10:45 AM
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A full fill for the trans (including TC) is 10.8 quarts for a stock 4L60E. Just the pan would be 5 quarts.
 
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