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Best Gear Lube OEM or Aftermarket ???

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Old Feb 12, 2018 | 03:48 PM
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I am changing the fluids in my 2004 ram differentials. I see I need 75W-90 and 75W-140. The OEM Mopar Syn fluid is $31.00 at dealer but I can get it for $25.00 on ebay. I was also thinking about going to Royal Purple or Red Line lube. Has anyone done the change and what do you think ? They are all GL-5
 
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Old Feb 12, 2018 | 05:38 PM
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Use whatever brand you want as long as it meets the specifications.
 
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Old Feb 13, 2018 | 12:45 PM
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Agree. You have the specs correct for the front and rear diff. Goto your local autoparts box store (aka NAPA or ? ) and buy the oil. You do want full synthetic. You do not want hyped up marketing products as they are extra cost with no benefit. Get a mainstream name brand oil that meets the specs. My last change was 14$ a quart front and back, same price different weight. Shop around. Do not mail order. Goto the store.
 
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Old Feb 13, 2018 | 02:13 PM
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It be a Cold day in Hell that I'd buy that Mopar stuff.....
 
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Old Feb 14, 2018 | 01:56 PM
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Here is the most recent fluid line up poured into my Ram. Front to back.
 
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