Bleed before the event
Brake fluid absorbs water over time; many drivers bleed brakes before each event.
Keep the oil at full
Long, hard corners can move oil away from the pickup; check the level between sessions.
CARS AND PASSENGER VEHICLES
Track day car fluids and lubricants.
Engine oil, high-temperature brake fluid, transmission and differential oil, and inspection checks for street cars driven at track days and HPDE.
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Fluids by compartment.
Confirm the fluid type, grade, and specifications in the track day car maker’s manual before ordering. These examples are not a fitment result for a specific machine.
Engine oil
Track use raises oil temperature; follow the maker’s track guidance, which may list a heavier grade. Racing oils may lack the approvals a street warranty requires.
Gasoline motor oil
Signature Series 5W-30 Motor Oil
5W-30 synthetic gasoline motor oil in the Signature Series range, formulated for advanced engine protection.
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European motor oil
5W-40 MS European Motor Oil
5W-40 MS synthetic European motor oil for applications matching its listed manufacturer specifications.
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Racing & break-in oil
DOMINATOR 10W-40 Racing Oil
DOMINATOR 10W-40 synthetic racing oil for compatible racing engines with builder-specified lubrication needs.
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Fresh high-boiling-point fluid before events is common practice; match the system’s DOT type.
Brake & steering fluid
DOMINATOR DOT 4 Racing Brake Fluid
DOMINATOR DOT 4 synthetic racing brake fluid for compatible braking systems used in demanding track conditions.
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Brake & steering fluid
DOT 3 and DOT 4 Brake Fluid
Synthetic brake fluid for compatible systems requiring the listed DOT 3 or DOT 4 performance specifications.
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Manual, DCT, and differential fluids per the maker; some limited-slip units need a friction additive.
Transmission fluid
75W-90 Manual Transmission & Transaxle Gear Lube
75W-90 Manual Transmission & Transaxle Gear Lube for compatible manual transmissions and transaxles. Verify the transmission-specific application list.
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Transmission fluid
DCT Fluid
DCT Fluid for dual-clutch transmissions. Verify the transmission-specific application list.
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Gear oil
SEVERE GEAR 75W-90 Gear Lube
SEVERE GEAR 75W-90 synthetic gear lube for compatible gear applications, including demanding towing and hauling use.
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Differential additives
Slip Lock Differential Additive
Slip Lock Differential Additive for the listed differential treatment applications.
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Ready to order, or have a question first?
Shop AMSOIL directly with Jeff’s dealer number already attached, or open a business account. AMSOIL handles pricing, checkout, and shipping. If you contact AMSOIL another way, give them dealer number 30734402.
Prefer to talk it through? Email Jeff at [email protected] with your equipment, the fluid now in use, and your approximate volume.
Frequently asked questions
What oil for track days?
The grade the vehicle maker lists for track use, or the engine builder’s recommendation.
What brake fluid for HPDE?
A high-boiling-point fluid of the DOT type the system requires.
General maintenance information. Always follow the equipment maker’s requirements and the current product data. Product availability, pricing, and account terms are set by AMSOIL.
Industries that use this equipment
More cars and passenger vehicles
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Jeff Pittman · A1 Synthetic Oil · Independent AMSOIL Dealer #30734402 · Newport, Washington · [email protected]