Hopefully this thread hasn't been repeated multiple times. I only visit the site when looking for answers or opinions, so I'm not sure if this thread has already been discussed.
(For those who don't feel like reading this unintentional book, I need Pros and Cons between the two Amsoils and any other feedback about changing oil etc.)
I have the infamous 2nd and 3rd gear hard shift problem. I have right around 37xxx miles right now, so It's about due for a fluid change. I'm the second owner of this car, so I can't really be sure how rough the previous owner was. Never really grinds the gear, just a little rough going in. Happens most often when car is cold. Funny enough it shifts better in colder weather when RPMs are around 3000. Not really a good thing though. Terrible for fuel mileage.
I am in the process of trying to decide what kind of fluid I want to go back into my transmission and I was wanting to gather as many opinions as I could before changing it, since it will most likely be in for a few years.
I drive mostly highway probably 75%. I live in Missouri, so I have the miserable 100+ heat and the frigid freezing winters. So I need a versatile fluid that won't gel up. Today's high was 15 degrees Fahrenheit and the shifting was quite clunky.
From what I hear, Amsoil is probably the best way as far as tranny fluid. I do know that I could void my warranty if I have a lubrication failure, but I figure if I have to take my car in for any transmission work, I will just put new fluid in that is GM approved beforehand.
I do enjoy a lead foot every now and then, but mostly stick to economic driving. I'm tempted to put in the more high performance Amsoil, but I'm afraid it will be too thick for the winter.
Anyway I appreciate any and all feedback. I plan on changing it the next time I'm due for an engine oil change.
(For those who don't feel like reading this unintentional book, I need Pros and Cons between the two Amsoils and any other feedback about changing oil etc.)
I have the infamous 2nd and 3rd gear hard shift problem. I have right around 37xxx miles right now, so It's about due for a fluid change. I'm the second owner of this car, so I can't really be sure how rough the previous owner was. Never really grinds the gear, just a little rough going in. Happens most often when car is cold. Funny enough it shifts better in colder weather when RPMs are around 3000. Not really a good thing though. Terrible for fuel mileage.
I am in the process of trying to decide what kind of fluid I want to go back into my transmission and I was wanting to gather as many opinions as I could before changing it, since it will most likely be in for a few years.
I drive mostly highway probably 75%. I live in Missouri, so I have the miserable 100+ heat and the frigid freezing winters. So I need a versatile fluid that won't gel up. Today's high was 15 degrees Fahrenheit and the shifting was quite clunky.
From what I hear, Amsoil is probably the best way as far as tranny fluid. I do know that I could void my warranty if I have a lubrication failure, but I figure if I have to take my car in for any transmission work, I will just put new fluid in that is GM approved beforehand.
I do enjoy a lead foot every now and then, but mostly stick to economic driving. I'm tempted to put in the more high performance Amsoil, but I'm afraid it will be too thick for the winter.
Anyway I appreciate any and all feedback. I plan on changing it the next time I'm due for an engine oil change.