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: 86 K30, M1008... what type rear axle gear oil to use??


PConroy
07-18-2008, 09:46 PM
1986 K30 ex army truck with 14 bolt detroit locker. Im checking brakes, wheel cyls, repacking front brgs, and changing all fluids tomorrow. What gear lube should I use in that rear? Does it need any special additive?
Is ATF in the NP208 transfercase OK?
Thanks Pete

tpitt
07-19-2008, 12:45 AM
ATF in the transfercase is fine. You can use 90 wt in the rear. I usually use 75-140 synthetic in mine. You shouldn't need an additive if it is a Detroit locker.