im going to change my trans. fluid this weekend and was wondering if synthetic would be the way to go and what brand is suggested, i remember reading it helps the trans. run cooler...any sugg's appreciated

 

I personally feel that synthetic in the trans is a good idea. I use amsoil but there are several other brands out there that are high quality as well.

 

is their a special type of synthetic i need for the dodge trans...i want to go to a local auto parts store to get it

 

I haven't seen any synthetic fluid that meets the chrysler ATF+4 specs except Amsoil. That's what I am switching too in a week or two...<br><br><br>Tony

 

I sent an e-mail recently to the tech folks at Royal Purple. They told me to wait until the 3/36K warranty period was up before making the switch to any synthetic. Meeting the ATF+4 specification is purely a warranty issue on D/C's part.<br><br>I have read where owners are using Amsoil, Red Line Synthetic, or Royal Purple Synthetic ATF without any problems. Many synthetic transmission fluids meet FoMoCo Dexron/Mercon V or GM Dexron IV. Few manufacturers mention their product's meeting D/C's ATF+X. specifications. Amsoil may be one that does meet ATF+4. <br><br>Any of the aboved mentioned brands should provide good service. Price and availablility will dictate your choice.<br><br>Hope this helps.<br><br>Jim

 

Been running Amsoil for over a year with no problemos, We had to run 15 quarts in her to flush out all the petro oil... ;D

 

ATF+4 synthetic from local Dodge dealer was $28.45 per gallon. $32.75 was the original list price. Buying it by the quart is $10.00 per qt!!