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Sep 2, 2004 | 11:44 PM

mothersworry

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Dana 44 Diff Fluid

Just got the diff seals redone, however they did not fill the case. What diff fluid is recommended for the Dana 44?

Sep 2, 2004 | 11:47 PM

scorp508

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Personally I use Mobil 1 Synthetic 75W90 gear oil and 2 bottles of GM limited slip additive.

Sep 2, 2004 | 11:51 PM

mothersworry

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Is there a part number on the GM limited slip additive. I take it this is a dealer item,

Sep 3, 2004 | 01:38 AM

Dale1990

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Just ask the parts guy at your local dealership for the additive, they will know what you are talking about.

Sep 3, 2004 | 01:39 AM

bogus

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Yes, 2 bottles. That comes from Gordon Killebrew himself.

Sep 3, 2004 | 09:31 AM

silver & red CE

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I don't go by any set number, I've found each differential's limited slip clutch pack is different. On the first lube change, I like to add a single bottle and drive it a few days. If the diff needs more fluid, I'll hear the clutches clucking when I back the Vette up and crank the steerng wheel hard.

My Impala needs two bottles, my Vette needs only one. I want to add just enough friction modifier to prevent the annoying clunking but have the limited slip be tight.

Eric

Sep 3, 2004 | 10:35 AM

Corvette0096

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I use the Redline with the additive in it allready.

Sep 3, 2004 | 05:55 PM

96CollectorSport

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I switched to Royal Purple it also already has the additive in it and is actually cheaper than buying fluid and additives from GM.

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Sep 3, 2004 | 06:23 PM

ZylaRace

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Heard this about the RelLine brand before,... not sure about the RPurple. Either way,.. after a recent talk w/ diff people @ Reider Racing,... they said to Not use synth fluid.
The additive is avail under the CRC brand name,... any auto parts store,... less $. Don't have the P# w/ me. Large plastic toothpaste tube,... say's the Fud & GM P# right on it. Ask the counter guy.