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gear oil question

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by ccrowley, Feb 1, 2013.

  1. ccrowley

    ccrowley Member

    Im sure they are the same but which 90w oil is needed fo the tranfercase and transmission? gl5 or gl4?
     
    ccrowley, Feb 1, 2013
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  2. PeteL

    PeteL If it wasn't for physics, and law enforcement... 2024 Sponsor 2023 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

    Much discussion on these forums if you search it.

    80/90 GL4 or lower is preferred, not GL5, because it is safer for bronze and brass parts. Harder to find but can be ordered from NAPA or tractor suppliers
     
    PeteL, Feb 1, 2013
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  3. seabass1858

    seabass1858 Member

    I used gl4 90w in everything FWIW
     
    seabass1858, Feb 1, 2013
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  4. ccrowley

    ccrowley Member

    thanks about how much
     
    ccrowley, Feb 1, 2013
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  5. seabass1858

    seabass1858 Member

    I got mine at autozone and it took about 6 to 6.5 pts till full.
     
    seabass1858, Feb 1, 2013
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  6. seabass1858

    seabass1858 Member

    [​IMG]use this for reference
     
    seabass1858, Feb 1, 2013
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