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thebigbadyeti
05-11-2007, 12:56 AM
Hey guys... going to be changing gearbox and diff. fluid tomorrow... any reccomendations on fluid type and weight? any help is much appreciated... thanks

Febi Guibo
05-11-2007, 06:02 AM
I use mobil 1 synthetic (75-90) gear oil... lots of guys swear by redline though.

thebigbadyeti
05-11-2007, 10:16 AM
I was leaning towards mobil 1 seeing as i use it in the engine... ok, thanks... Just need peace of mind you know? lol. I love this car.... not bad mechanical shape for only $300....

badboypolar
05-11-2007, 12:39 PM
I know it sounds stupid but I use Honda MTF. It's like butta. Smooth as silk, seriously.

What can I say, I had an extra bottle and didn't feel like going to the store.