Hey guys, is this fluid suitable for an AP2 transmission? I know ap1 owners run this, but wasn't sure if an ap2 trans can also run it. Please inform me! thanks.

 

Sure thing. It's a quality fluid, I've used it but I find that it deteriorates a bit too fast, but every tranny responds differently.

If you find that shift quality starts to deteriorate quickly (like 5k miles) try Amsoil MTF next time, I find that it works better longer.

 

So did you only run it in your trans once and then switch over to Amsoil?

 

So did you only run it in your trans once and then switch over to Amsoil?
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Yes. I always ran Honda MTF2, then I switched to GM Synchromesh for one OCI. It felt great for a while then it started feeling notchy after some use, then I switched to Amsoil after that. Amsoil has been the most consistent fluid for me.

Every tranny can be different though as the biggest difference in the top fluids (Honda MTF2, Synchromesh, Amsoil, Red Line) is viscosity, some trannies work better with thicker fluids and some trannies work better with thinner fluids. Try the Synchromesh and see how it works for you, it is a high quality fluid, as good or better than Honda MTF2 in terms of build quality so nothing to fear.

 

So did you only run it in your trans once and then switch over to Amsoil?
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Yes. I always ran Honda MTF2, then I switched to GM Synchromesh for one OCI. It felt great for a while then it started feeling notchy after some use, then I switched to Amsoil after that. Amsoil has been the most consistent fluid for me.

Every tranny can be different though as the biggest difference in the top fluids (Honda MTF2, Synchromesh, Amsoil, Red Line) is viscosity, some trannies work better with thicker fluids and some trannies work better with thinner fluids. Try the Synchromesh and see how it works for you, it is a high quality fluid, as good or better than Honda MTF2 in terms of build quality so nothing to fear.
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Alright sounds good. I've heard good things about it as well as the others you have mentioned. I was a bit hesitant because I was reading old threads from 04 talking about how this fluid could damage the carbon-coated syncros in an ap2 trans. Honda MTF is what I have now but want to experiment with different brands. Thanks for the info.

 

So did you only run it in your trans once and then switch over to Amsoil?
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Yes. I always ran Honda MTF2, then I switched to GM Synchromesh for one OCI. It felt great for a while then it started feeling notchy after some use, then I switched to Amsoil after that. Amsoil has been the most consistent fluid for me.

Every tranny can be different though as the biggest difference in the top fluids (Honda MTF2, Synchromesh, Amsoil, Red Line) is viscosity, some trannies work better with thicker fluids and some trannies work better with thinner fluids. Try the Synchromesh and see how it works for you, it is a high quality fluid, as good or better than Honda MTF2 in terms of build quality so nothing to fear.
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Alright sounds good. I've heard good things about it as well as the others you have mentioned. I was a bit hesitant because I was reading old threads from 04 talking about how this fluid could damage the carbon-coated syncros in an ap2 trans. Honda MTF is what I have now but want to experiment with different brands. Thanks for the info.
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Give it a shot and see how it feels. It won't harm the syncrhos at all, that is a bit of internet hysteria. They used to say the same thing about Red Line Tranny fluid.

 

I've run gm and acdelco smfm fluids, as well as Honda type1 and type2 over the years, but now o run purely amsoil and my unused type2 bottles will forever remain on the shelf.

The smfm types feel really smooth to start, but quickly get notchy well before the service date. Honda isn't quite as smooth, but doesn't get notchy as fast. Amsoil is super smooth and remains so for the entire interval.

 

Yep....on the Amsoil.

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carolina

 

Gotcha. Yeah, I definitely feel a smooth start with acdelco smdfm, even when the trans is cold (which is crazy). I like it so far. Amsoil will be my next fill. Hopefully it's as good, if not, better than acdelco in the long run. Thanks for the info!