As etlsport said make sure to use a 6 point socket, as I learned the hard way. Ended up using a torch. don't forget to tape the crap out of um when putting back in, atleast the drain plugs that is.
Super VXer
As etlsport said make sure to use a 6 point socket, as I learned the hard way. Ended up using a torch. don't forget to tape the crap out of um when putting back in, atleast the drain plugs that is.
Super VXer
Yeah 6 sided socket (make sure it is in mm), soak in PB Blaster, and then use a breaker bar (extension tube). And I don't want to scare you or anything but I have experienced better performance, and longer life with normal dino tranny fluid and diff fluid than synthetic stuff, don't know why doesn't really make sense to me, all I know is I have heard of more tranny's burning out after synthetic switch, and more issues in diff's after going to synthetic than those who stay with the normal (recommended stuff). Maybe it is due to not getting level correct or maybe it is due to synthetic leaking more, I am not sure, but that has just been my experience with the VX and making observations from who is having what problems on here. Just a little 2 cents, and know I will be sticking with the cheaper (recommended) fluids, except on the engine, always have gone synthetic there ;-)
Super VXer
Where have you heard thisOriginally Posted by LittleBeast
I sure hope not I just switched to mobil 1 ATF and diff fluid last year
Super VXer
I think the rational behind this is that synthetics clean better, and could possible break up any buildup and that would cause a problem.......Where have you heard this
I sure hope not I just switched to mobil 1 ATF and diff fluid last year
Ask forgiveness, not permission.
Super VXer
I did it at under 40k and did the filter too so should be ok
Super VXer
Fyi, im pretty sure the vx diffs are aluminum (i know the plugs are). You really should never have to tighten a fill plug that much, its pretty much there to keep fluids from splashing out and keep dirt from getting in. for some reason people commonly over tighten fill plugs, theres no reason for it. Just hand tighten with a short rachet, thats all it needs. Snug it, then add that little tiny bit past that.
"Do Not Seek Praise. Seek Criticism."
"If You Can't Solve A Problem, It's Because You're Playing By The Rules."
"The Perosn Who Doesn't Make Mistakes Is Unlikely To Make Anything."
-Paul Arden
Super VXer
I think you're thinking of the transfer case Jack, the F&R diffs are steel.
Posting Permissions
Reply With Quote
