Common questions

Can you use Ford diff Lube on the rear axle?

Can you use Ford diff Lube on the rear axle?

Use the Ford fluid, and don’t risk it. BTW, the Ford fluid is “lifetime” rated. The rear diff fluid does not have a recommended change interval unless it becomes contaminated, like with water. Diff lube is a one-time expense amortized over 100K+ miles.

What kind of axles does a Ford F-250 have?

The 1994-1997 Powerstroke equipped F-250 and F-350 trucks featured a Dana 60 assembly up front and either a Dana 80 or 10.25″ out back. The 10.25’s were reserved for single rear wheel (SRW) applicatio read more The 1994-1997 Powerstroke equipped F-250 and F-350 trucks featured a Dana 60 assembly up front and either a Dana 80 or 10.25″ out back.

What kind of oil do I need for rear axle?

For the gear oil, the owner’s manual calls for Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant, Ford part # F1TZ-19580-B and Ford specification # WSL-M2C192-A – but it looks like that oil costs $20-$25 per quart, and I need almost a gallon. Does anyone know? Thanks in advance. Click to expand…

When to change diff Lube in Ford PowerStroke?

The rear diff fluid does not have a recommended change interval unless it becomes contaminated, like with water. Diff lube is a one-time expense amortized over 100K+ miles. Not like engine oil that is change at regular intervals.

Use the Ford fluid, and don’t risk it. BTW, the Ford fluid is “lifetime” rated. The rear diff fluid does not have a recommended change interval unless it becomes contaminated, like with water. Diff lube is a one-time expense amortized over 100K+ miles.

The 1994-1997 Powerstroke equipped F-250 and F-350 trucks featured a Dana 60 assembly up front and either a Dana 80 or 10.25″ out back. The 10.25’s were reserved for single rear wheel (SRW) applicatio read more The 1994-1997 Powerstroke equipped F-250 and F-350 trucks featured a Dana 60 assembly up front and either a Dana 80 or 10.25″ out back.

For the gear oil, the owner’s manual calls for Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant, Ford part # F1TZ-19580-B and Ford specification # WSL-M2C192-A – but it looks like that oil costs $20-$25 per quart, and I need almost a gallon. Does anyone know? Thanks in advance. Click to expand…

The rear diff fluid does not have a recommended change interval unless it becomes contaminated, like with water. Diff lube is a one-time expense amortized over 100K+ miles. Not like engine oil that is change at regular intervals.

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