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Mar 23, 2017 | 05:02 PM

Dallas759

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Differential HELP!!!

Im new to replacing my rear diff. gasket (since its leaking pretty bad). What are the proper torque on the bolts, and how much gear oil should i use? Whats the best gear oil? Do i need to add any additives to the oil?? Kinda above my head here but feel confident i can do it!! HELP PLEASE!

Mar 23, 2017 | 05:43 PM

pirate4x4_camo

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Should be all your answers

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Mar 23, 2017 | 05:45 PM

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Doh, Can only upload 1 pic at a time.... here ya go

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Mar 23, 2017 | 05:47 PM

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Thanks! That does help a lot!!

Mar 23, 2017 | 05:50 PM

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Fwiw, Diff cover doesn't use a gasket from the factory. They use RTV

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Mar 23, 2017 | 06:03 PM

Dallas759

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Ok that does help!! I was gonna buy one from NAPA

Mar 24, 2017 | 05:45 AM

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Having done the RTV thing for years, its a PIA as it needs to sit overnight to cure before you can put the oil in.

This time around I used the Lube Locker print o seal gaskets. EASY. No wait, no mess, no leaks and reusable. Well worth the few bucks.