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Oct 2, 2006 | 05:53 PM

Reidicus

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Leaking Rear Diff

My rear diff looks like it has a major problem. all around the diff looks wet. Anybody have a part number and what kind of fluid to replace it with?

Oct 2, 2006 | 07:27 PM

barnbridge

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If you're going to take it off you might want to replace it with a nice Mag-Hytec cover. It's aluminum and hold more fluid. Also comes with a dipstick and o-ring seal. Here's the link: http://www.dieselsite.com/index.asp?...S&Category=465

Oct 2, 2006 | 07:48 PM

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Are you leaking from the diff cover or pinion seal? 100% silicone seals the cover instead of using a gasket.

Oct 3, 2006 | 02:47 PM

Reidicus

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The Diff cover.

Oct 3, 2006 | 03:11 PM

Reidicus

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Anyone know what kind of fluid i should use?

Oct 3, 2006 | 05:34 PM

Maxium4x4

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SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant or SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant

Jan 31, 2007 | 06:26 PM

TNT in Round Rock

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I've seen posted to use 75W-140 synthetic rear axle lubricant ???

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Jan 31, 2007 | 09:03 PM

99f350sd

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For single rear wheel use only synthetic 75-140 Use the "Right stuff" gasket maker in a cheese whiz can..never leak. Stay away from the other silicone junk.

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