finned dif covers
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I remember the same post about the transmission pan. He gave a good technical explanation and explained all the testing they did about why the trans. pan change was a waste of money AND fluid.
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They already have 75W140 synthetic IIRC.
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yes aluminum transfers heat better.
yes adding fins increases surface area and heat transfer, but with the cover being on the back side of the axle, there is limited air flowing over the fins which reduces their effect.
like someone said earlier, i bet it had to do with a maintenance issue, supplier issue, or looks overall.
yes adding fins increases surface area and heat transfer, but with the cover being on the back side of the axle, there is limited air flowing over the fins which reduces their effect.
like someone said earlier, i bet it had to do with a maintenance issue, supplier issue, or looks overall.
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Nae, dually's have Dana 80's. Although I saw somewhere on here about a Trail Boss dually option or something like that.... and that truck has a alum. cover.
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They originally had a fair amount of problems with the stamped steel pans and diff. cover rusting through in areas where road salt and other chemicals were used. This could be their way around that. Cheaper to do it at the factory than under warranty at the dealers.
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I guess I will have to some investigation work and see..If I find out I will post it..