Gear fluids I have from other cars can I use them in my 5speed/4.10 LSD?

Collapse
X
 
  • Time
  • Show
Clear All
new posts
  • parkerbink
    R3V OG
    • Jun 2004
    • 10134

    #1

    Gear fluids I have from other cars can I use them in my 5speed/4.10 LSD?


    [IMG]https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/my350z.com-vbulletin/550x225/80-parkerbsig_5096690e71d912ec1addc4a84e99c374685fc03 8.jpg[/IMG
  • TobyB
    R3V Elite
    • Oct 2011
    • 5163

    #2
    yes- the bottles tell you which goes in which.

    Also good for hair styling.

    t
    now, sometimes I just mess with people. It's more entertaining that way. george graves

    Comment

    • parkerbink
      R3V OG
      • Jun 2004
      • 10134

      #3
      tanks

      [IMG]https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/my350z.com-vbulletin/550x225/80-parkerbsig_5096690e71d912ec1addc4a84e99c374685fc03 8.jpg[/IMG

      Comment

      • estoguy
        E30 Enthusiast
        • May 2013
        • 1087

        #4
        The 75w90 NS isn't good for LSDs. It's meant for open diffs. Doesn't have any friction modifiers etc.
        Estoguy
        1986 BMW 325, Alpenweiss ~ "Elsa"

        Need a photographer, come visit my site: http://estoguy.wix.com/unique-perspectives

        Comment

        • YosemiteSam
          E30 Fanatic
          • Apr 2011
          • 1303

          #5
          Get some MTL for your trans and never look back.
          sigpic

          Comment

          • parkerbink
            R3V OG
            • Jun 2004
            • 10134

            #6
            This?
            Popular for BMW (before 1993), Honda and Acura, Ford Focus, late-model Mini Cooper, Dodge & Jeep NV 1500, 3500, and 5600

            [IMG]https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/my350z.com-vbulletin/550x225/80-parkerbsig_5096690e71d912ec1addc4a84e99c374685fc03 8.jpg[/IMG

            Comment

            • kronus
              R3V OG
              • Apr 2008
              • 13004

              #7
              in my experience MTL and MT-90 are pretty interchangeable, and MT-90 goes into a g260 decently well.

              unsure about your other juice. 75w90 is pretty generic and might be good in a diff. no idea what NS is.
              cars beep boop

              Comment

              • parkerbink
                R3V OG
                • Jun 2004
                • 10134

                #8
                I don't remember what car(s) they were for. I also have 2 Redline synth ATF bottles.

                I want to refresh the fluids and figured if I had some that was correct already why buy more.

                Thanks

                [IMG]https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/my350z.com-vbulletin/550x225/80-parkerbsig_5096690e71d912ec1addc4a84e99c374685fc03 8.jpg[/IMG

                Comment

                • M3 Ryan
                  Site Sponsor
                  • Oct 2003
                  • 2298

                  #9
                  75/90ns good for diff. Use the synth atf in the power steering. Fluid the reservoir every oil change to keep it nice and clean and not oxidized..
                  '88 M3.2 S54 Lachssilber/Black
                  '07 335i Alpine/Black Sedan
                  '12 X5 3.5i Alpine/Black
                  iS Splitters For Sale, PM ME!
                  sigpic

                  Comment

                  • parkerbink
                    R3V OG
                    • Jun 2004
                    • 10134

                    #10
                    Thanks Ryan.

                    This is the ATF.

                    [IMG]https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/my350z.com-vbulletin/550x225/80-parkerbsig_5096690e71d912ec1addc4a84e99c374685fc03 8.jpg[/IMG

                    Comment

                    • M3 Ryan
                      Site Sponsor
                      • Oct 2003
                      • 2298

                      #11
                      Originally posted by parkerbink
                      Thanks Ryan.

                      This is the ATF.


                      Any atf is good for e30 steering, the cheaper the better. If it leaks, use valvoline maxlife with stop leak. It's amazing for sealing up leaky racks/pumps etc for $6.
                      '88 M3.2 S54 Lachssilber/Black
                      '07 335i Alpine/Black Sedan
                      '12 X5 3.5i Alpine/Black
                      iS Splitters For Sale, PM ME!
                      sigpic

                      Comment

                      • parkerbink
                        R3V OG
                        • Jun 2004
                        • 10134

                        #12
                        Good to know, the last two owners took care of leaks, one put in a e36 rack, new lines & pump and did all the seals, clutch and suspension. Only nigggle is it does not want to run.

                        First I had this:



                        Now this:


                        I wanted a project but this is ridiculous!

                        lol

                        [IMG]https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/my350z.com-vbulletin/550x225/80-parkerbsig_5096690e71d912ec1addc4a84e99c374685fc03 8.jpg[/IMG

                        Comment

                        • ForcedFirebird
                          R3V OG
                          • Feb 2007
                          • 8300

                          #13
                          Originally posted by kronus
                          in my experience MTL and MT-90 are pretty interchangeable, and MT-90 goes into a g260 decently well.

                          unsure about your other juice. 75w90 is pretty generic and might be good in a diff. no idea what NS is.
                          Correct.

                          MTL and MT90 are GL-4 (synchro-safe) fluids. MTL is 75w80 and MT90 is 75w90.

                          75w90 is good for the diff, we use it in the endurance cars without issue, 75w90ns will make the diff chatter at low speeds, as the modifiers in it help worn diffs.


                          • Contains extreme pressure additives like our 75W90 GL-5 oil, but lacks friction modifiers to balance slipperiness
                          • Improved copper corrosion protection to prolong synchro life
                          • Helps with lock-up on weak limited-slip differentials-compatible with Red Line Limited Slip Friction Modifier for tuning slippage
                          • Also used with clutch-type LSDs in racing for maximum lock up

                          Most important thing is NEVER use GL-5 in a Getrag or ZF. It is yellow metal corrosive (synchros).
                          john@m20guru.com
                          Links:
                          Transaction feedback: Here, here and here. Thanks :D

                          Comment

                          • parkerbink
                            R3V OG
                            • Jun 2004
                            • 10134

                            #14
                            Thanks

                            [IMG]https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/my350z.com-vbulletin/550x225/80-parkerbsig_5096690e71d912ec1addc4a84e99c374685fc03 8.jpg[/IMG

                            Comment

                            Working...