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Any LT1 guys running Torco gear oils?

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Old 09-25-2010, 05:52 PM
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How's it goin everybody? I picked up my WS6 a few weeks ago, and have been "gearing up" (no pun intended ) to do a major tuneup and full fluids flush. My car has 125k on the clock. I ran Torco RGO 85w/140 in my LS2 GTO, it worked flawlessly. Now those rears are wayy different from these 10 bolts, hell I even had to use Ford friction modifier instead of GM in it! When it comes to the rear on my car I'll be installing GM 4.10 gears/install kit, and a TA girdle. My question is, will I be safe running the 85w/140, or should I go to the 80w/90? Your opinions are appreciated, thanks!
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80w90 non-synthetic
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thicker the better with a 10 bolt
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Originally Posted by speed_demon24
80w90 non-synthetic
I thought all Torco gear oils were 100% synthetic based? got a link?
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Originally Posted by chupacabra
I thought all Torco gear oils were 100% synthetic based? got a link?
Then don't run Torco. Auburn specifically states don't run synthetic in their differentials.
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Originally Posted by speed_demon24
Then don't run Torco. Auburn specifically states don't run synthetic in their differentials.
I agree and Moser will tell you the same.
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I appreciate the info guys. I've searched and seen what most of the 10 bolts are running on here, I didn't see much about Torco, guess I know why now! Thanks.



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