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Old Jun 9, 2010 | 01:07 PM
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Default Rear Axle Oil

I have a 67 Mustang and need to replace the oil in the rear axle. What weight oil should I use? I have ordered a shop manual so hopefully I will be able to answer these questions by myself from here on out. Thanks for the help in advance.
Old Jun 9, 2010 | 04:53 PM
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i usually use 75W90. works well for me. and royal purple at that. personal preference.
Old Jun 9, 2010 | 08:10 PM
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I run 80W90 in mine. I don't ever see 75W90 here. Don't forget the friction modifier if its traction lock limited slip.
Old Jun 9, 2010 | 09:17 PM
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I use 90W in mine
Old Jun 10, 2010 | 10:55 AM
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Originally Posted by jimmy428
i usually use 75W90. works well for me. and royal purple at that. personal preference.
Did you notice any mileage gains when you started using Royal Purple? Did you switch from a non-synthetic?
Old Jun 10, 2010 | 06:30 PM
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i did, but the problem is what to give it credit to haha. i tend to do things all at once, not very scientific regarding variables i know. i did the diff lube, tranny oil and filter change, engine oil and filter, general tune up (wires plugs rotor condensor distributor cap), and even a carb change (old one crapped out).
Old Jun 11, 2010 | 06:00 AM
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I run Valvoline durablend for oil and gear lube.

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Old Jun 12, 2010 | 09:40 PM
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I use Mobil 1 synthetic in all my street vehicles and race cars. Break them in with mineral based lube, then switch to the Mobil 1. No problems in 24+ years of racing. Buddies use Amsoil, or Royal Purple. Personal preference, they never have trouble either.
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