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satfix · 11-07-2020, 03:26 PM

I have a Dana 44 rearend on my 52 F1. I plan on changing the oil in it as I don't know when the last time it was changed.

What weight oil should I use? It's got a 3spd manual transmission. I live in South Carolina and don't tow anything; nor carry heavy loads.

thoughts?

Thanks

rotorwrench · 11-07-2020, 06:34 PM

Most all of the later Ford or Dana axles can use SAE 85W/90 or 85/W140 GL-5 gear lubricant of the high EP variety. It's available about anywhere you go and from multiple sources.

Transmissions are the ones that can have difficulty with high EP additives.

satfix · 11-07-2020, 06:49 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by rotorwrench

Most all of the later Ford or Dana axles can use SAE 85W/90 or 85/W140 GL-5 gear lubricant of the high EP variety. It's available about anywhere you go and from multiple sources.

Transmissions are the ones that can have difficulty with high EP additives.

Thanks!

11-07-2020, 03:26 PM	#1
satfix Member Join Date: May 2020 Location: Columbia SC Posts: 31	Recommended gear oil for Dana 44 I have a Dana 44 rearend on my 52 F1. I plan on changing the oil in it as I don't know when the last time it was changed. What weight oil should I use? It's got a 3spd manual transmission. I live in South Carolina and don't tow anything; nor carry heavy loads. thoughts? Thanks

11-07-2020, 06:34 PM	#2
rotorwrench Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 16,426	Re: Recommended gear oil for Dana 44 Most all of the later Ford or Dana axles can use SAE 85W/90 or 85/W140 GL-5 gear lubricant of the high EP variety. It's available about anywhere you go and from multiple sources. Transmissions are the ones that can have difficulty with high EP additives.