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Old Apr 9, 2010 | 06:19 AM
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What is the best rear diff fluid to use?

im about to change it..

Anyone recommend a brand

or just stick to OEM stuff
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Old Apr 9, 2010 | 06:21 AM
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I would stick with OEM Diaqueen.
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Old Apr 9, 2010 | 06:22 AM
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yep I stuck with Diaqueen
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Old Apr 9, 2010 | 06:35 AM
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oem is good...lots of people have started using amsoil diff fluid for DD and built drivetrain components. it seems to be liked by all that use it...you may save a few $ by using the amsoil too
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Old Apr 9, 2010 | 08:19 AM
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oem is good...lots of people have started using amsoil diff fluid for DD and built drivetrain components. it seems to be liked by all that use it...you may save a few $ by using the amsoil too
you wil deff save alot of money,,the problem i had when ordering diaqueen is that you cant use it all and once you oepnned the can the shelf life clock start ticking.
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Old Apr 9, 2010 | 08:19 AM
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Amsoil 75W-90 SVG or 75-110, 75-140, if you're at higher power levels.
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Old Apr 9, 2010 | 08:21 AM
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Originally Posted by 5LEEPERISAH23I
im about to change it..

Anyone recommend a brand

or just stick to OEM stuff
check this out it migh help,,, https://www.evolutionm.net/forums/ev...rear-diff.html



And i got your pm and responded.
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Old Apr 9, 2010 | 01:27 PM
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you wil deff save alot of money,,the problem i had when ordering diaqueen is that you cant use it all and once you oepnned the can the shelf life clock start ticking.
how long is the shelf life after you opened it??
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Old Apr 9, 2010 | 01:53 PM
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Check out this link: http://www.teamrip.com/rear_axle_hyp...tion_info.html

and this for a more complete FAQ: http://www.teamrip.com/faq.htm

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Old Apr 9, 2010 | 02:52 PM
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shockproof works pretty well
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Old Apr 10, 2010 | 06:47 AM
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how long is the shelf life after you opened it??
I can't wait to hear the answer on this question.
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Old Apr 10, 2010 | 06:53 AM
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Good info, have to do my front and rear very soon, thanks all.
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Old Apr 10, 2010 | 07:00 AM
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you wil deff save alot of money,,the problem i had when ordering diaqueen is that you cant use it all and once you oepnned the can the shelf life clock start ticking.
Your joking right.
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Old Apr 10, 2010 | 07:05 AM
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DiaQueen
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Old Apr 10, 2010 | 07:21 AM
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your joking right.
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