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Z10Mike

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12 Bolt Axle Fluid - Recommendations
« on: September 09, 2013, 02:24:12 PM »
Hey folks - I'm in the process of doing an R&R of the 12 bolt rear axle seals in my '69 pace car, and as such need to refill with lube.  I am thinking that a synthetic would be best but looking for experienced opinions regarding a particular brand, etc.   Any recommendations on best lube/fluid to use for this application?  I want to do it once and do it right.  Thanks in advance for your input.
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Re: 12 Bolt Axle Fluid - Recommendations
« Reply #1 on: September 09, 2013, 03:34:52 PM »
Hey folks - I'm in the process of doing an R&R of the 12 bolt rear axle seals in my '69 pace car, and as such need to refill with lube.  I am thinking that a synthetic would be best but looking for experienced opinions regarding a particular brand, etc.   Any recommendations on best lube/fluid to use for this application?  I want to do it once and do it right.  Thanks in advance for your input.

Any brand-name 75W90 or 80W90 GL-5 hypoid lube, with one or two 4-oz. bottles of GM Limited-Slip additive; you don't need any "miracle" lubricants.
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Z10Mike

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Re: 12 Bolt Axle Fluid - Recommendations
« Reply #2 on: September 09, 2013, 03:56:38 PM »
Sage advice from the master himself.  I'll take that information and run with it. Thanks again!

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Re: 12 Bolt Axle Fluid - Recommendations
« Reply #3 on: November 22, 2013, 05:51:00 AM »
A good name brand gear oil will do the job. I've heard the synthetic may be a little too slick just like for trannys also.

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Re: 12 Bolt Axle Fluid - Recommendations
« Reply #4 on: January 12, 2014, 02:04:45 AM »
2X listen to John Z
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Re: 12 Bolt Axle Fluid - Recommendations
« Reply #5 on: January 12, 2014, 03:44:50 AM »
Here's what I use.
67 rs/ss L48 w/headrest org.37k
67 rs/ss L35 w/headrest project
67 rs/ss L35 w/smog org 78k
67 rs/ss L78 O-O -L201C
68 rs/vert L89

 

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