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How To Find The Right ATF For Older Cars

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 ATF specifications that have been obsolete for decades. But we can help. We carry a selection of ATF products that meet most all vintage ATF…

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Can You Use AMSOIL Dominator 2-Stroke Oil In An Outboard Motor?

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 Introduces 15W-50 Synthetic Small Engine Oil

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…

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How To Find Type A Automatic Transmission Fluid

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: Type A ATF History And Compatibility The Type A automatic transmission specification was created by General Motors…

Can AMSOIL Engine/Transmission Flush Be Used In CVT Transmissions?

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”)….

AMSOIL Revises Two-Stroke Oil Recommendation For Sea-Doo Models

Some may have noticed that AMSOIL has changed their injector oil recommendation for all Sea-Doo personal watercraft models with 2-stroke engines. Previously, AMSOIL had suggested Interceptor Synthetic 2-Stroke Oil for Sea-Doo 2-strokes. The reason being is that Sea-Doo had traditionally suggested oils meeting the API TC specification. As Interceptor is AMSOIL’s premium API TC 2-stroke…

Motor Oil Meeting FCA MS-12991 For RAM/Jeep Gen 3 EcoDiesel Engine

Update– EcoDiesel Motor Oil Information For 2014-2022 Models The 3.0L EcoDiesel engine has been redesigned for 2020-21. Therefore, these motors now require a different motor oil type. The new third generation EcoDiesel motor will require a 5W-40 motor oil meeting the FCA MS-12991 standard. This new diesel engine is an option for Ram 1500, Jeep…

Can You Switch To Synthetic Oil In An Older Harley-Davidson Motorcycle?

A reader asks: I bought a used 1998 Heritage Softail Classic with 47,000 miles. As far as I know, only mineral oil was used in this bike. I’ve heard good things about using AMSOIL Synthetic 20W-50. Is there any problem with switching to synthetic oil in an older engine? Will it leak or use oil?…