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A reader asks: I am looking for a bit of advice on an oil bypass filter system. What is the difference between the AMSOIL BMK22-EA Dual Gard Bypass System and BMK30 Heavy-Duty Bypass System? This is for a highway tractor pulling super B’s. This unit would probably be logging about 95,000 miles (150,000 km) per […]
A reader asks: I have to spend $4000 on a CVT transmission rebuild for my Nissan Rogue. I still owe $6000 on this car. The mechanic says the transmission failure happened because I never changed the fluid. How often should you change oil in a CVT transmission? Our answer: CVT Fluid should be changed a […]
A reader asks: A shop did some work on my Harley-Davidson and filled my primary with synthetic oil. I have always used regular H-D oil. Can I drain it and replace with regular oil? Will this cause any problems? Our answer: You can safely drain the synthetic oil and go back to conventional oil (but […]
A common question is whether synthetic ATF can be used in classic cars? Yes, synthetic automatic transmission fluid is certainly compatible with older transmissions. It can provide a nice performance and protection upgrade. Synthetic ATF will have similar viscosity and frictional properties to conventional ATF. Make sure to purchase an ATF meeting the correct specification […]
If you are looking for an automatic transmission fluid for that classic car or truck, finding the correct ATF product may be confusing. Modern ATF labels likely do not list long-obsolete ATF specifications. But we can help. We carry a selection of ATF products that meet most all vintage ATF specifications for General Motors, Ford […]
A reader asks: Is it OK to use AMSOIL Dominator 2-Stroke Racing Oil in my Johnson 15-horsepower outboard engine? Our answer: No, AMSOIL Dominator would not be an appropriate choice for your outboard engine. AMSOIL has a few outstanding options for your outboard motors (see below). Dominator is a great oil for racing, but not […]
AMSOIL has added a new 15W-50 Synthetic Small Engine Oil. The new AMSOIL Synthetic 15W-50 Small Engine Oil joins 5W-30, 10W-30 and 10W-40 in their Small Engine Series. Some engine brands such as Kohler, Vanguard and Kawasaki suggest using a 15W-50 motor oil in some models. Where Can This Small Engine 15W-50 Be Used? This […]
A reader asks: I have a 2017 KTM 300 EXC. The manual calls for 15W-50 oil in the transmission. I see that AMSOIL has the Metric Synthetic 15W-50 Motorcycle Oil and the Synthetic Dirt Bike Transmission Fluid. Which is the best option for me? Our answer: We have a third option that we think would […]
A reader asks: Does AMSOIL have a Type A ATF? I’ve got an older vehicle that requires a Type A automatic transmission fluid. Our answer: We have two products that meet the Type “A” ATF specification. They are: “ATF” AMSOIL Signature Series Multi-Vehicle Synthetic ATF “OTF” AMSOIL OE Series Multi-Vehicle Synthetic ATF Type A ATF […]
A reader asks: Can AMSOIL Engine & Transmission Flush be used in CVT transmissions? I’ve got a 2017 Nissan Altima. Wondering if this product will give my transmission a thorough cleaning? Our answer: The short answer is no. AMSOIL Engine & Transmission Flush is NOT compatible with CVT transmissions (also known as “continuously variable transmissions”). […]
