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Old Feb 16, 2015 | 08:30 PM
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Correct Transmission Lube?

My owners manual for my 1955 F-100 says to use SAE 90 lube for the transmission and rear axle. However, at the store, I only see SAE 80W-90. Is this the same thing? Thank You
 
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Old Feb 16, 2015 | 09:21 PM
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The old GL1 90W gear oil should only be used in transmissions with brass syncros. The 80/90W is rated at GL 4 or GL 5 and can be used to replace it, but NEVER mixed.
 
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Old Feb 16, 2015 | 09:24 PM
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Not exactly correct. There are GL-5's that are safe for brass. See below



 
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Old Feb 16, 2015 | 09:38 PM
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I believe if it has the MT-1 rating on the container along with GL-4 and GL-5 it is safe for manual transmissions with synchronizers. Not all GL-4 and GL-5 rated oils have the MT-1 rating. The container needs to specifically say it is safe for manual transmissions.
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Old Feb 17, 2015 | 12:05 PM
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Thank you for your replys to "Correct Lube for Transmission?"

Thank you to everyone who gave me input to "correct lube for transmissions?" This is very helpful.

Gary
 
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