Hi guys, 5 years ago, i filled my 4-speed Muncie with GM Synchromesh fluid, based on recommendation from this board at that time. I'm going to replace my axle seals as one has started a slow leak, so i'm going to change the fluid while i'm in there. I called my local Pontiac/GMC dealership, and asked their Parts department if they had GM Synchromesh, and their answer was: "no, we don't have that stuff" o_O WTH? Have they phased it out in favor of something else/better?
What is the current opinion? What should i put in there? 20w-50? Hypoid gear oil? Captain Morgan? Guacamole? Advice appreciated, y'all.
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joshgeorge Member
Posts: 23 From: maplewood, MN, United States Registered: Jan 2008
Pennzoil makes Synchromesh fluid. It can be found at any Autozone, Advance or other parts stores. It is compatible with the GM Synchromesh so you can mix them if needed. However, I believe the 4spd should use 5w30. I could be wrong, might have to look up where I read that.
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FieroJimmy Member
Posts: 744 From: Mechanicsburg, PA Registered: May 2002
I'm using Red Line Oil's manual transmission fluid. It's meant for race applications, so shifting is a bit notchy when it's cold, but once it warms up it's very nice.
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Robert 2 Member
Posts: 2401 From: St Hubert Quebec Canada Registered: Jan 2006
12345349 I think is the part Number for GM ...........from memory. Anyone?? I bought 3 quarts last week from a local parts store for 9.50 each, the dealership waned 20.00 Each......
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jscott1 Member
Posts: 21676 From: Houston, TX , USA Registered: Dec 2001
12345349 I think is the part Number for GM ...........from memory. Anyone?? I bought 3 quarts last week from a local parts store for 9.50 each, the dealership waned 20.00 Each......
Thats the part number. I just bought 3 quarts from the local chevy dealer. It was only about $8 each.