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Carlwill
05-22-2005, 08:49 AM
Can someone tell me when replacing the fluid in VLSD, what is a proper replacement for it? I went to Autozone and they had a gear oil section for LSD's but was not sure what I should use since I have refilled an LSD before.

Can someone please recommend a brand and weight that works well in a V-LSD.

Thanks

Ritz S14
05-22-2005, 09:00 AM
Your good ol standard non synthethic 85w90. Just treat your VLSD llike your open diff, when it comes to changing the fluid.

Carlwill
05-22-2005, 09:11 AM
Is synthetic bad for the LSD & what do you mean treat it like an open differential? Sorry but this is my first LSD.

Ritz S14
05-22-2005, 09:27 AM
VLSD is a sealed diff. It has an internal lubricating system which isn't affected by the type of fluid you fill it up externally.

Carlwill
05-22-2005, 09:36 AM
So that internal lubricating system never requires service...that is neat. Thanks for the info!

Ritz S14
05-22-2005, 09:42 AM
Just make sure you use VLSD output shafts. Good luck :)