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Old Jun 1, 2023 | 10:03 PM
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Front Differential Fluid

So I replaced the Ball joints the other day, and in the process some fluid leaked out after I removed the axle shaft. I assume that's normal.
But I Figure what a good time to replace the fluid. I couldn't get a good answer from the dealer, not even they were able to find the right fluid, but after they clicked around they came up with some "75W-140" synthetic rear axle lubricant.

I'm not paying attention to the rear axle wording even though it's for the front, But what do you all think about the weight. Is this what you would use??
I need to verify because ford didn't seem sure.

2003 F350 7.3 4x4.... front differential fluid.

Thanks again..

Jeff

 
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Old Jun 1, 2023 | 10:21 PM
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It'll work fine. About anything will work in the front. 99% of the time it's not even being used by the majority of the people.
 
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Old Jun 1, 2023 | 10:26 PM
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I believe your truck should either be 80w-90 or 75w-90 in the front. 75w-140 is a bit tick

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Old Jun 1, 2023 | 10:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Jokester00
I believe your truck should either be 80w-90 or 75w-90 in the front. 75w-140 is a bit tick

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thank you.. this seems to be the consensus.. all it is full synthetic gear oil correct?? I'm going to return these at 33 bucks a pop and go to Walmart and get what they have..
 
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Old Jun 1, 2023 | 11:06 PM
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I have always used full synthetic 75w-90 for the front
 
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Old Jun 2, 2023 | 11:38 AM
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I have always used full synthetic 75w-90 for the front
Good deal.. so this will work? valvoline... it's half the price..


 
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Old Jun 2, 2023 | 11:51 AM
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you bet it will!
 
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Old Jun 2, 2023 | 12:05 PM
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you bet it will!
thank you sir.. it's been broughten 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽
 
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