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Question: f-450 truck what kind of rear end oil do i use?

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DarrylRussellWelding, Yukon, OK, August 29, 2010, 14:39
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rebuilt rear end of my f-450 6.0 diesel but i cannot find out what kind of rear end oil to use and how much-not in manuel-please help

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    dandd August 29, 2010, 14:52
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    It takes SAE 75-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Gear Oil and if you have a limited slip read end then you need to add 8 oz of a friction modifier. I would just go to the Dealership and get the precise part numbered fluids. Why take a chance at a parts store with a generic fluid?

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