So I'm about to change the transmission fluid in my 2006 ram 1500. I've heard that amsoil is the best to use, but I wanted to get some input from everyone first

 

Some use Amsoil, some use Mob1 but I use RP. Do you know why? Because it is the best you can use and buy.

Seriously though, youre going to get lots of diff answers and opinions on this

 

I used Valvoline ATF+4 -- $3/qt at Advance. Make sure you get the right flat filter (the spin-on is apparently the same between the 4x2 and 4x4, but the flat filter is different). Sounds like you've done this before, so you know it's a MESSY job, but easy enough.

Good luck and have fun :-)

 

just in case you have any questions regarding the oil change itself, check this out.

http://www.60ateight.com/DodgeRam/

its a great write up. should probably be placed in the faqs section as a DIY topic.

 

+1 on the RP. I never used RP yet but I heard it works wonders.. some of my friends that drive diesel trucks use it and it improved there gas mileage and there shifting was smoother.. but then again that's the diesel world.

 

I use RP in everything on my truck. I have heard some good things about Amsoil and would try it if I could get my hands on some.

 

Thank you guys. I have heard good things about Amsoil. Surprisingly RP is a new one to me. I'll have to check into it though

 

IMO, go buy all new bolts for your trans pan. A lot of guys snap the heads off when putting them back in. I replaced all mine with grade 5 bolts and didnt break any going back in.

 

+1 on the amsoil. my buddy's grand cherokee had a leak caused by a stupid garage and his wife drove it with practically no fluid. he filled it up (after they fixed the leak) and it is still good.

 

thanks for the heads up about the bolts