1981 GMC C1500 Fluids and Chemicals

Prestone® DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid delivers enhanced performance vs. DOT standards, benefitting all vehicles calling for DOT 3. This synthetic fluid starts with a higher dry boiling point than the DOT minimum standard to protect against overheating, brake fade and performance decline due to water absorption. This extended life (50,000 mile) fluid is also formulated to prevent corrosion of all metals within the braking system.  This formula is safe to use in all DOT 3 braking systems (ABS, disc or drum) and can mix with any DOT 3 fluid.  It is recommended to only use the DOT fluid specified for your car, as using a different DOT product can affect the boiling point or replacement interval if the wrong fluid is used.

Product Features:

• 50,000 Mile Fluid Life
• Prevent Overheating & Brake Fade with High Grade Formula*
• Protects against performance decline due to water absorption. Prevents corrosion of all metals within the braking system.
• Synthetic, Extended Fluid Life Formula

Prestone® DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake delivers enhanced performance vs. DOT standards, benefitting all vehicles calling for DOT 3. This synthetic fluid starts with a higher dry boiling point than the DOT minimum standard to protect against overheating, brake fade and performance decline due to water absorption. This extended life (50,000 mile) fluid is also formulated to prevent corrosion of all metals within the braking system.  This formula is safe to use in all DOT 3 braking systems (ABS, disc or drum) and can mix with any DOT 3 fluid.  It is recommended to only use the DOT fluid specified for your car, as using a different DOT product can affect the boiling point or replacement interval if the wrong fluid is used.

Product Features:

• 50,000 Mile Fluid Life
• Prevent Overheating & Brake Fade with High Grade Formula*
• Protects against performance decline due to water absorption. Prevents corrosion of all metals within the braking system.
• Synthetic, Extended Fluid Life Formula

Castrol® Transmax DEX/MERC includes enhanced friction durability for smooth transmission performance. Designed for use in older Ford and GM vehicles.

Product Features:

• Enhanced friction durability for smooth transmission performance
• Meets DEXRON®-III H requirements; also satisfies requirements of DEXRON®, DEXRON®-III, IIE, and II; do not use this ATF in applications calling for DEXRON®-VI
• Meets MERCON® requirements; may also be used in power steering applications where MERCON® is required; use Castrol Type F ATF in applications calling for Type F
• Do not use this ATF in applications calling for MERCON® V or MERCON® SP

Full-Synthetic; Heavy Duty Automatic Transmission; BP Autran Syn-295 is a full-synthetic, heavy duty automatic transmission fluid approved for use under Allison TES-295. It is formulated to maintain its stability, even under the most severe operating conditions.

Product Features:

• Formulated with high viscosity index 100% synthetic base fluids and specific additives in order to exceed Allison requirements and provide outstanding wear protection
• Keeps transmissions cooler, offering excellent shear stability, low oxidation and high heat capacity
• Provides superior high/low temperature performance due to high VI synthetic base fluids and has excellent corrosion and foaming resistance
• BP Autran Syn-295 also has an Allison TES-468 approval for use in Allison Hybrid Electric Drive Transmissions
• Other OEM approvals include Allison C-4, Voith and ZF transmissions
• BP Autran Syn-295 is an ideal transmission fluid for light duty application vehicles, such as:
• Inter/intra-city buses & school buses
• Emergency vehicles
• Delivery trucks & vans
• Recreational vehicles & motor homes
• Refuse vehicles
• On/off-highway vehicles

PENTOSIN ATF 44 5L

Prestone® Power Steering Fluid (PSF) delivers increased system life. Designed with Anti-wear System Protection, Prestone PSF protects against pump failure, squeals and clogs. This 50,000 mile fluid life is formulated for use in all manufacturers; cars, SUVs, crossovers, and light and medium duty trucks. This a conventional fluid. Many cars 2006 and newer use synthetic based fluids for longer life and better protection. Conventional and synthetic fluids can be mixed but performance and replacement intervals are reduced by the conventional fluid.

Product Features:

• 50,000 Mile Fluid Life
• Anti-Wear Protection = Increased System Life. Protects against pump failure, squeals and clogs. Corrosion protection for metals, rubber & gasket components.
• For use in all manufacturers
• Conventional Formula – For use in all manufacturers

Prestone® MAX American Vehicles Power Steering Fluid (PSF) + Stop Leak maximizes and increases system life + the power to stop leaks. Stop Leak additives renew, restore and condition seals in the power steering system. These seals harden and shrink over time which are the likely cause of leaks. This formula is also great at preventing leaks by rejuvenating seals before they leak. This synthetic fluid is designed with 2X Anti-wear System Protection, which means more protection against pump failure, squeals and clogs. 100,000 mile fluid life, 2X more than conventional fluid, extends the time between replacement. This fluid is formulated for American vehicle manufacturers: Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Dodge, Ram, Jeep, Chrysler, GMC, Chevrolet, Buick, Cadillac, Pontiac, Oldsmobile and others. Many cars 2006 and newer use synthetic based fluids for longer life and better protection. Conventional and synthetic fluids can be mixed but performance and replacement intervals are reduced by the conventional fluid.

Product Features:

• 100,000 Mile Fluid Life. Synthetic Formula for longer life and more protection
• MAX + Stop Leak. Stop Leak Additives to prevent and stop power steering system leaks.
• For use in American vehicle manufacturers: Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Dodge, Ram, Jeep, Chrysler, GMC, Chevrolet, Buick, Cadillac, Pontiac, Oldsmobile and other
• 2X Anti-Wear Protection for enhanced System Life vs. conventional fluid. More protection against pump failure, squeals and clogs

PEAK® Antifreeze + Coolant Concentrate is specially engineered to deliver guaranteed superior lifetime protection. Its advanced universal formula contains a proprietary blend of 10X the scale-fighting inhibitors coupled with robust organic additives to fight against the damaging effects of scale deposits and corrosion. PEAK Antifreeze + Coolant is free of 2-EHA, silicate, nitrite, borate, and amines, ensuring maximum cooling system performance for 10+ years/300,000+ miles. It is compatible for use with any color or type of antifreeze/coolant in the system.

Product Features:

• Specially formulated to deliver Superior Lifetime Protection against damaging scale and corrosion
• Contains 10X the scale-fighting inhibitors to ensure maximum cooling system performance
• Provides more than 2X the warranty coverage for 10+ years/300,000+ miles of service
• Universal formula is compatible with any color or type of antifreeze/coolant
• Meets the performance requirements of ASTM D3306 and D4985

All Anitfreeze + Coolants are not the same. Prestone® MAX antifreeze + coolant is GUARANTEED to provide MAXIMUM ENGINE PROTECTION in all Vehicle Makes, Models & Years. It delivers the widest range of temperature protection, industry leading protection from engine damaging rust & corrosion and the longest lasting protection in the industry. Trust Prestone for maximum, year-round engine protection.

Product Features:

• Can top off or replace all antifreeze + coolant colors and formulations in all Vehcile Makes, Models & Years – Guranteed.
• Our patented, advance formula provides extreme temperature protection from the worst of winter deep freezes and scorching summer heat.
• We deliver industry leading protection from engine damaging rust, corrosion & buildup. Prestone MAX completely stops the formation of rust & corrosion for better engine performance and longer engine life.
• Prestone Max is guaranteed to protect your vehicle for 15+ years and/or 350,000 miles. It¿s the longest fluid life in the industry.
• Prestone Max is guaranteed to protect your vehicle for 15+ years and/or 350,000 miles. It┐s the longest fluid life in the industry.
• This is a Ready to Use formula – prediluted 56/44.

Fram Extended Life AMAM Concentrate is compatible with ANY antifreeze/coolant in ANY vehicle with aluminum or other cooling system metals. The formulas have a blend of long-lasting inhibitors to guard against temperature extremes and the effects of rust, corrosion, and premature water pump failure. Prime Concentrate meets or exceeds ASTM D3306 and D4985 for corrosion protection for cars and light duty trucks, while providing reliable freeze-up and boil-over protection.

Product Features:

• Formulated to work with All Vehicles. Universally works with all fluid colors; All OAT, POAT, HOAT & IAT.
• 5 Yr., 150,000 mile Extended life formula.
• Meets or exceeds ASTM D3306 & D4985 for corrosion protection.
• Concentrated formula. Must mix with high quality (distilled/deionized) water to the desired ratio. Can be used for top-off, complete drain and refill or flush and refill of the cooling system.

Mobil 1 Synthetic ATF is a multi-vehicle, fully synthetic automatic transmission fluid that helps to improve overall transmission durability and cleanliness. Has exceptional thermal and oxidation stability and long-term frictional properties that help to improve and extend transmission efficiency, smooth shifting performance, and fuel economy. Mobil 1 ATF provides excellent low-temperature fluidity to promote reliable lubrication at temperatures down to -51C, and exceptional shear stability to help supports viscosity retention under the most severe heavy-duty, high-temperature operating conditions. Compatibile with mineral ATF fluids and all common seal materials to help provide excelent leakage control and reduce concern in top-off emergencies. Meets or exceeds the requirements of JASO 1-A and Ford MERCON V.

Product Features:

• Multi-vehicle, fully synthetic automatic transmission fluid that helps to improve overall transmission durability and cleanliness
• Exceptional thermal and oxidation stability to improve and extend transmission efficiency, smooth shifting performance, and fuel economy
• Excellent high and low-temperature fluidity to help support viscosity retention under extreme, heavy-duty operating conditions
• Compatibile with mineral ATF fluids and all common seal materials to help provide excelent leakage control
• Meets or exceeds the requirements of JASO 1-A and Ford MERCON V
• Manufacturer Part Number: 112980

Valvoline DEX/MERC ATF is a high-quality transmission fluid formulated to meet the challenging demands many automatic transmissions. Its responsive low-temperature fluidity is beneficial in both electronic and hydraulic controlled transmissions and transaxles. Recommended for use in the following applications: MERCON®, DEXRON®-III, Ford M2C138-CJ and M2C166-H, Allison C-4 and TES-389, and Caterpillar TO-2.

Product Features:

• Formulated with premium base stocks and advanced additive technology to meet the challenging demands of automatic transmissions.
• Enhanced anti-shudder protection for smooth shifting and maximum power transfer
• Developed with anti-wear technology to help improve transmission durability
• Engineered with a proprietary blend of base oils and advanced additives to provide better oil flow at low temperatures and greater film protection at higher temperatures

Valvoline DEXRON-VI/MERCON LV ATF is a full-synthetic transmission fluid formulated with advanced additive technology to meet and exceed the requirements of the General Motors DEXRON-VI specification. It is officially licensed and approved by GM and is fully back-serviceable and can be used wherever DEXRON-II and/or DEXRON-III are recommended. Recommended for use in the following applications: DEXRON-VI, DEXRON-III, DEXRON-II, MERCON LV and Allison C-4.

Product Features:

• Formulated with full-synthetic base stocks and advanced additive technology to meet the challenging demands of automatic transmissions
• Enhanced anti-shudder protection for smooth shifting and maximum power transfer
• Developed with anti-wear technology to help improve transmission durability
• Engineered with a proprietary blend of base oils and advanced additives to provide better oil flow at low temperatures and greater film protection at higher temperatures

75,000 miles is more than a mile marker. It’s a signal that your engine is ready for greater protection. That’s when you need Valvoline High Mileage with MaxLife Technology Motor Oil. Its exclusive formula is proven to maximize engine life in cars, trucks, and SUVs with over 75,000 miles. Our mixture is specially developed with a unique combination of synthetic and premium conventional oils to protect your high-mileage motor against wear, friction, heat, and deposits – the four major causes of engine breakdown and expensive repairs. Anti-wear additives defend critical engine components, advanced friction-fighting agents reduce heat and abrasion, added detergents clean the inside of your engine, and premium seal conditioners handle aging seals to prevent leaks. It fights sludge, corrosion and rust that can rob your engine of horsepower, fuel efficiency and longevity. From extreme temperatures and cold starts to stop-and-go traffic and frequent short trips, viscosity modifiers make sure the oil flows more easily, coats more completely, and resists thermal breakdown under even the most intense driving conditions. Its unique mixture curbs contaminants to keep high-mileage engines from burning and consuming oil that can foul spark plugs, creating higher emissions and causing your motor to run roughly.

Product Features:

• MAXLIFE TECHNOLOGY PREVENTS engine breakdown with 40% better wear protection than the industry standard
• REFRESH AGING SEALS AND PREVENT LEAKS with seal conditioners
• REDUCE SLUDGE, DEPOSITS, CORROSION, AND RUST with added detergents – keep motors clean inside
• ENHANCED FRICTION PERFORMANCE HELPS MAXIMIZE POWER with advanced friction-fighting agents
• MEETS OR EXCEEDS ALL REQUIREMENTS of ILSAC GF-6A, API SP, API SN with SN PLUS, API SN

Valvoline MaxLife Multi-Vehicle Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is a full-synthetic formulation with advanced additives to prevent the major causes of transmission breakdown and help extend transmission life.  Developed to help prevent leaks, maximize transmission performance, reduce transmission wear, and maintain smooth shifting longer than conventional fluids. It is suitable for use in a broad range of ATF applications including most Ford, GM, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Hyundai, BMW, Mercedes, Volvo, VW & Audi.

Product Features:

• Formulated with full-synthetic base stocks and advanced additive technology to meet the challenging demands of automatic transmissions.
• Long life friction modifiers help improve smooth shifting, eliminate slippage and shudder, prevent clutch wear and improve drivability longer than conventional fluids
• High-performance seal conditioners maintain and preserve the elasticity of seals to help prevent leaks in high mileage transmissions
• Developed with anti-wear technology to help improve transmission durability
• Advanced additives to provide better oil flow at low temperatures and greater film protection at higher temperatures
• Suitable for 95% of traditional ATFs including Dex/Merc, Mercon LV & Mercon V

Today’s advanced engine technology requires advanced protection. Valvoline Advanced Full Synthetic, the motor oil designed to protect today’s sophisticated engines, contains premium anti-wear additives, superior antioxidants and extra detergents. It protects 40% better against wear, resists oil breakdown 10-times better, and defends 25% more against deposits than industry standards for maximum performance and engine longevity. And with an exceptional range of temperature protection your engine will ready for extreme weather. Valvoline invented motor oil 150 years ago, and we’ve been reinventing it ever since. Get Valvoline Advanced Full Synthetic and give your engine the advanced protection proven to maximize engine life.

Product Features:

• Advanced protection against the four main causes of engine breakdown: wear friction heat and deposits
• 40% better wear protection vs. industry standard as tested in the sequence ivb engine test
• 25% better deposit protection with superior engine cleaning detergents as tested in the gmod engine test
• Exceptional high/low temperature protection defends your motor no matter the weather conditions
• Meets or exceeds all requirements of ilsac gf-6a, api sp, api sn with sn plus, api sn, gm dexos 1 gen 3
• Superior engine protection: Valvoline SynPower Full Synthetic Engine Oil provides superior protection against engine sludge and varnish, ensuring your engine stays clean and running smoothly.

Product Features:

• High-performance seal conditioners maintain and preserve the elasticity of seals to help prevent leaks
• Long-life friction modifiers and premium base oils help improve smooth shifting, eliminate slippage and shudder, prevent clutch wear and improve drivability longer than conventional fluids
• Enhanced cleaning additives help reduce varnish formation and keep the transmission running properly longer
• Engineered with a unique blend of viscosity modifiers and base oils to provide better oil flow at low temperatures and greater film protection at higher temperatures

Help keep positraction chatter down with posi additive from Yukon Gear & Axle.

Product Features:

• positraction additive
• For use in any clutch-style limited slip

Mobil 1 Synthetic Gear Lubricant LS 75W-90 is a supreme, multi-purpose automotive gear lubricant that helps to provide exceptional thermal stability and resistance to high temperature oxidation, extending gear life due to minimal deposits. Helps to deliver outstanding protection against low speed/high torque wear with the capability to handle severe driving conditions while delivering smooth efficient performance. Mobil 1 Synthetic Gear Lubricant LS provides exceptional shear stability, corrosion protection, and enhanced frictional properties. Compared to conventional hypoid gear lubricants, Mobil 1 LS 75W-90 performs exceptionally over a wide range of temperatures to reduce wear at start up. Mobil 1 gear lube helps to minimize leakage and reduce contamination, while providing a good resistance to foaming to maintain film strength for reliable lubrication. Meets or exceeds the requirements of the following industry specifications: API GL-5.

Product Features:

• Mobil 1 LS synthetic automotive gear lubricant exceeds the highest level of performance requirements of modern passenger vehicles
• Helps to provide exceptional thermal stability and resistance to high temperature oxidation and extend gear life due to minimal deposits
• Delivers outstanding protection against low speed/high torque wear, handling severe driving conditions with smooth, efficient performance
• Compared to conventional hypoid gear lubricants, performs exceptionally over a wide range of temperatures to reduce wear at start up
• Provides exceptional shear stability, corrosion protection, and enhanced frictional properties

Whatever you are driving, wherever you are going, you can trust your car to get you there when you use Mobil 1 advanced full-synthetic motor oil 5W-30. Mobil 1 advanced synthetic motor oil utilizes Mobil 1s signature Triple Action Formula to deliver outstanding engine performance, protection, and cleanliness to vehicles of all ages. Specialty components in synthetic oil extend engine life by reducing the friction that causes deposits and sludge buildup , keeping critical engine parts clean and protected for up to 10,000 miles between oil changes. (1) This technologically advanced motor oil formulation provides 10X (2) better internal engine heat protection than industry standards (up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit), as well as exceptional low-temperature protection (to -30 degrees Fahrenheit) , bringing quick cold-weather starting and ultra-fast protection to your engine. Mobil 1 advanced full-synthetic motor oil meets ILSAC GF-6 standards to help provide low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI) and timing chain wear protection while keeping your engine clean and helping to improve your fuel economy. Mobil 1 advanced full-synthetic motor oil 5W-30 also helps control oxidation to prevent oil breakdown and is recommended by ExxonMobil for all types of modern cars, SUVs, light vans, and light trucks , including those with high-performance, turbocharged, supercharged, multi-valve, or fuel-injected engines. Mobil 1 is Americas#1 selling synthetic motor oil brand at retail, (3) trusted and recommended by car builders and experienced mechanics, and is the Official Motor Oil of NASCAR. ( (1) Protects for up to 10,000 miles or 1 year, whichever comes first. To learn more about the Mobil 1 Limited Warranty, visit Mobil.US. (2) Based on Seq IIIH vs industry limits. (3) Source: The NPD Group/ Retail Tracking Service/ Dollar Sales/ PCMO full-synthetic/ 52 weeks ending July 1, 2023)

Product Features:

• Mobil 1 advanced full-synthetic motor oil 5W-30 utilizes Mobil 1s signature Triple Action Formula to deliver outstanding engine performance, protection, and cleanliness.
• Helps protect critical engine parts for up to 10,000 miles between oil changes,(1) controlling oxidation to prevent oil breakdown and maintaining excellent viscosity
• Meets ILSAC GF-6 standards to help provide low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI) and timing chain wear protection while keeping your engine clean and helping to improve your fuel economy
• Helps extend engine life by working to prevent damaging deposits and sludge buildup
• Provides excellent internal engine heat protection (up to 500 degrees F) and low temperature protection (to -30 degrees F)
• Manufacturer Part Number: 125222

Valvoline Daily Protection Motor Oil is specially formulated to exceed industry standards for wear, deposit and sludge protection to help keep engines running like new. Developed with high quality additives and premium base oils, it’s designed to flow easily at cold temperatures, reducing wear at startup and providing added protection against motor oil breakdown in tough conditions. For enhanced fuel efficiency, choose Daily Protection Synthetic Blend 5W-20 or 5W-30. Developed with low-friction technology to support strong fuel economy.

Product Features:

• Extra wear protection designed to help keep automotive engine parts like new
• Added detergents help protect against sludge and deposits
• High quality additives resist motor oil breakdown in tough conditions
• Low-friction formula supports strong fuel efficiency
• Premium formulation flows easily at low temperatures reducing wear at start-up

Pennzoil motor oil, America’s most trusted motor oil, is an advanced proprietary conventional formula with active cleansing agents that is engineered to help clean up sludge in your engine. It provides a balance between reducing frictional losses and protection against harmful engine wear by getting between moving parts to prevent them from touching. It meets or exceeds the stringent engine protection standards required by ILSAC GF-5 and API SN and is specially formulated to provide protection against the harmful effects of stop-and-go driving, and low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI) in modern turbocharged engines.

Product Features:

• Contains an active cleansing technology to help clean out sludge lesser motor oils leave behind
• No leading conventional oil provides better wear protection by preventing metal-on-metal contact
• Helps protect against the effects of low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI) in modern turbocharged engines
• Contains a proprietary formulation that is designed to reduce friction between moving engine parts
• Meets or exceeds the requirements of the following industry specifications: API SN PLUS, API SN-RC, and all previous categories; ILSAC GF-5
• Specifications, Approvals and Recommendations: FCA MS-6395
• For a full list of equipment approvals and recommendations, please consult your local Shell Technical Help Desk and always consult your owner’s manual.

PENTOSIN ATF 44 1L

Richmond Gear is the leading manufacturer of professional quality, high-performance drivetrain products. Our complete line of products ranges from high performance ring-and-pinion sets for serious street and racing applications to torque-hungry manual transmissions and components. Richmond Gear products have been winners both at the Daytona 500 and U.S. Nationals for decades. WINNERS RUN RICHMOND!

Product Features:

• For over 80-years, the Richmond Double-Diamond logo has represented some of the highest quality gears in the racing industry. Winners Run Richmond!
• The superior quality of Richmond gearsets is a result of outstanding design, world class manufacturing and an extensive testing process that is performed on all products.
• Richmond performance gearsets have been winners for decades at: NHRA, NMRA, NMCA, Daytona 500, WISSOTA and U.S. Nationals.
• Richmond Gear is a leading manufacturer of high performance ring and pinion gearsets and drivetrain components, backed by a two year warranty.
• Engineered to perform faster and be more reliable, Richmond performance drivetrain products are the result of a continuous research and development program combined with state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities.

For vehicles that are driven daily, the Powertrax No-Slip Traction System is the latest design in quiet traction-adding differential technology. It combines the automatic street-friendly smooth operation of a limited-slip differential with the traction performance of a locking differential. The Powertrax No-Slip locker easily installs in to your differential carrier using basic tools and without affecting your ring and pinion settings. Powertrax Grip-Lok, Lock-Right Lockers and No-Slip Traction Systems automatically provide 100% traction on-demand, under the toughest circumstances. The Powertrax Grip-Pro and Grip-LS performance limited slips offer smooth dependable torque transfer and traction for the best of both worlds!