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Old 09-30-2011, 10:25 PM
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I am changing the front and rear diff oils on my 2005 Ram 3500 CTD. I am going to use 75W140 in the rear diff, but should I go with 75W90 or 75W140 in the front?
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I'd go with 90 up front, make sure it's synthetic all around.
 
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Old 11-21-2011, 10:25 PM
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Here is thought for you. You make your own conclusion. 50K miles on Amsoil 75/90 gear lube. Check it at 100K miles. 3:73 rear ratio. I replace the old with new, guess what I use QTip to check the used lube vs the brand new on a very clean white paper towel. I could hardly see the difference. I'm impressed. Use only qualitative lubricants in your truck on everything and you won't be sorry. Lubricants are cheap, repair bill are high.
 



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