Synthetic oil?

[GMCTRUCKS]

Hey guys could we use or would it be better to use synthetic oil/fluid in our transmissions and why or why not? Could it be not as good since trans fluid has cleaners in it I have always wondered why.
Thanks! Roland

 

[ChrisAU]

Transmission fluid is much higher in detergents than any oil. I would definitely not put any motor oil in a transmission.

 

[DRAGGIN95]

You can use synthetic trans oil, I am using it in my truck, it's good stuff!

 

[GMCTRUCKS]

You can use synthetic trans oil, I am using it in my truck, it's good stuff!

That's what I meant Trans synthetic fluid/oil. Do you remember what type or brand and maybe the cost compare to regular fluid?

 

[91Bluestreak]

synthetic trans fluid is going to last longer and give the trans better protection just like synthetic engine oil in your engine, its all I ever use.

 

[DRAGGIN95]

synthetic trans fluid is going to last longer and give the trans better protection just like synthetic engine oil in your engine, its all I ever use.

Word, same here!

 

[tj stone]

When I had synthetic in mine it got burnt up and discolored within two weeks so I've used conventional since.

 

[DRAGGIN95]

I like the Royal Purple synthetic trans fluid, but it's expensive!

 

[jdyates]

I'm thinking about trying synthetic motor oil next oil change. I've heard about the potential benefits and i think the extra cost would be worth it for more miles and better protection.

 

[91Bluestreak]

I always run valvoline, I'd like to run royal purple but I cant afford it.