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Old 04-24-2008, 07:26 AM
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I have 71000 miles in my 1994 vette, I was wondering do I need to have the transmission fluid, and gear oil changed when I get the engine oil changed? When I do is it worth going with Royal Blue? Is it much more in cost for the claimed 9 hp increase, and if so, is 9 horse power noticeable? Thanks for any information.
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Old 04-24-2008, 03:34 PM
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Hey Dale, Automatic transmissions should have screen and fluid changed every 30,000 miles or more often if hot or heavy service. It would no hurt to change thegearoil w/ the the limited slip additive. Stay w/ the mobile 1 for the motor oil, your not going feel 9hp, even if the claim is even close.
 
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Old 04-24-2008, 07:08 PM
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Thanks, for the information, and now what is limited slip addative?
 
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Old 04-25-2008, 09:55 PM
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Old 04-26-2008, 04:06 PM
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Limited slip additive is a GM product used in rears w/ limited slip or posi rears. It prevents the gear oil from foaming and causing the clutch discs to slip. Most owner/service manuals will tell you if its needed. It is a small bottle that most auto parts stores sell.
 
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Old 04-26-2008, 05:18 PM
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Thanks again, now another question, are all vettes equiped with positive or limited slip, I know I have a button to push on the dash to do something with slipping.
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All vettes since '63 have posi or limited slip. The button is for a traction control system that car's computer contols the wheel spin for performance, it can be turned on or off depending on the driving conditions i.e. snow/ice.
 




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