Gears & Axles Driveshafts | Rearends | Differentials | Gears | 12 Bolt | 9 Inch | Dana

rear end fluid?

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Nov 5, 2006 | 12:06 PM
  #1  
who281's Avatar
Thread Starter
TECH Regular
20 Year Member
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 432
Likes: 0
From: Katy,Texas...
Default rear end fluid?

what fluids should i put into my rear end...

can i get them at autozone?

and how the hell do i change the fluids...

sorry i have never changed the rear end fluids only tranny and oil? lol
Reply
Old Nov 5, 2006 | 01:31 PM
  #2  
chicane's Avatar
TECH Fanatic
 
Joined: Sep 2004
Posts: 1,124
Likes: 1
From: Las Vegas
Default

1. Do a search on this subject... it has been answered many, many times.

2. You could get something from Autozone, but 99% of what they have is crap.

3. Pull the rear cover off and drain. That way you can get a look at the condition of what is still alive in the differential and what may need to be serviced. Clean surfaces of the housing and cover... re-seal, add lube and friction modifier.
Reply
Old Nov 5, 2006 | 01:33 PM
  #3  
who281's Avatar
Thread Starter
TECH Regular
20 Year Member
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 432
Likes: 0
From: Katy,Texas...
Default

ok thanks...and sorry i tried to search but it seems to not be working again?? or maybe thats just my computer?
Reply
Old Nov 5, 2006 | 04:14 PM
  #4  
Gregg1LE's Avatar
TECH Apprentice
iTrader: (5)
 
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 337
Likes: 0
From: Arlington, Tx
Default

There are problems with the search funstion.Do a search on Google and you'll get your answers.
Reply
Old Nov 6, 2006 | 04:19 AM
  #5  
chicane's Avatar
TECH Fanatic
 
Joined: Sep 2004
Posts: 1,124
Likes: 1
From: Las Vegas
Default

Oops.. didnt realize search wasnt working.... my bad.
Reply
Old Nov 6, 2006 | 06:45 AM
  #6  
koolaid_kid's Avatar
TECH Junkie
iTrader: (21)
 
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 3,023
Likes: 1
From: Indianapolis
Default

Buy a gasket, 2 qts. of 85w-90, and gasket sealer (I use UltraCopper).
Remove the cover and drain the fluid. Clean the surfaces, apply gasket sealer, and install the gasket/cover. Fill from the passenger's side (plug uses a 3/8" ratchet).
I bought a pump at Auto Advance that fits in the fluid bottle and lets me pump straight into the diff.
Hope this helps.
Reply
Old Nov 6, 2006 | 12:29 PM
  #7  
nofearracing28's Avatar
Launching!
iTrader: (7)
 
Joined: Apr 2006
Posts: 254
Likes: 0
From: Leon, IA
Default

do you need to get use other additives?
Reply




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 09:59 AM.

story-0
Amazing '71 Camaro Restomod Is Modern Muscle Car Under the Skin

Slideshow: This heavily modified 1971 Camaro mixes classic muscle car styling with a fifth-generation Camaro interior and modern LS3 power.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:06:42


VIEW MORE
story-1
6 Common C5 Corvette Failures and What's Involved In Repairing Them

Slideshow: From wobbling harmonic balancers to failed EBCMs, these are the issues that define long-term C5 ownership and what repairs typically involve.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-05-07 18:44:57


VIEW MORE
story-2
Retro Modern Bandit Pontiac Trans AM Comes With Burt Reynolds' Autograph

Slideshow: A modern Camaro transformed into a retro icon, this limited-run "Bandit" build blends nostalgia with brute force in a way few revivals manage.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-21 13:57:02


VIEW MORE
story-3
Top 10 Greatest Cadillac V Series Performance Models Ever, Ranked

Slideshow: Cadillac didn't just crash the high-performance luxury vehicle party, it showed up loud, supercharged, and occasionally a little unhinged...

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-04-16 10:05:15


VIEW MORE
story-4
Top 10 Most Powerful Chevy Trucks Ever Made!

Slideshow: Top ten most powerful Chevy trucks ever made

By | 2026-03-25 09:22:26


VIEW MORE
story-5
Hennessey's New Supercharged Silverado ZR2 Has 700 HP

Slideshow: Hennessey has turned the Silverado ZR2 into a 700-hp off-road monster with supercharged V8 power and a limited production run.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-24 18:57:52


VIEW MORE
story-6
Coachbuilt N2A Anteros Is an LS2-Powered C6 Corvette In Italian Clothes

Slideshow: A one-off sports car that looks like a vintage Italian exotic-but hides a C6 Corvette underneath-just sold for the price of a new mid-engine Corvette.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-23 18:53:41


VIEW MORE
story-7
Awesome K5 Blazer Restomod Comes With C7 Corvette Power

Slideshow: A heavily reworked 1972 K5 Blazer swaps its off-road roots for a low-slung street-focused build with modern V8 power.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-09 18:08:45


VIEW MORE
story-8
10 Camaros You Should Never Buy

Slideshow: There are thousands of used Camaros on the market but we think you should avoid these 10

By | 2026-02-17 17:09:30


VIEW MORE
story-9
10 LS Engine Myths That Refuse to Die

Slideshows: Which one of these myths do you believe?

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-01-28 18:10:11


VIEW MORE