Gear Oil Poll

goldenbear926 · 07-03-2009, 11:12 PM

Wanting to get an idea of what people are using for gear oil in:

-Manual Transmissions
-F/R Diffs
-Tansfer Cases

Please vote or reply as to which fluid you are using, and what seems to be the best for smooth shifts, and long lasting drivetrains.

Thanks

tacomaman06 · 07-04-2009, 07:32 AM

mobil1 in my diffs and transfer case........works for me.

jandrews · 07-04-2009, 08:17 AM

Mobil 1 in all my stuff just because it's easy to find.

Look, as long as it's a brand name that meets the proper standards, it's gonna do fine.

Janster · 07-04-2009, 10:21 AM

I've used:

Mobile 1 75W-90 in the 96 tacoma diffs, transmission.

Amsoil Severe Gear in our corvette rear-end (with LSD).

Redline MT-90 in the Jeep transmisison

Mobile 1 75w-90 in the Jeep diffs

I can't remember the other stuff.... but all of those have been top notch fluids.

I'd use Amsoil more often if it were easier to get a hold of.

vtragweed · 07-04-2009, 11:25 AM

super S for me works very well, cheap and its still made by shell

ilovetacos · 07-04-2009, 12:10 PM

I just changed mine a few weeks ago for the first time and used Mobil 1 synthetic (75w-90). I got it at Kragen for $7.99/qt. I did have to add the friction modifier to the rear end because I have the LSD diff but I could notice the difference right away. I used to have a little vibration at take off but now it's gone!

Yuma Taco · 07-04-2009, 04:40 PM

I have not voted, but I'm wanting to know what's the most popular.
I more than likely will use Mobil 1 when I need to do any changes. (Due to it's good and it's available)

Yuma Taco,

Colton · 07-04-2009, 05:16 PM

I use Amsoil in everything.

jandrews · 07-04-2009, 06:40 PM

Amsoil scares me off for two reasons:

1) Hard to find.

2) It's distributed through a multi-level marketing network.

That said, it does seem to do as good a job as anything else out there. I'd use it if I could buy it at the major auto-parts chains.

trtripoli · 07-06-2009, 08:23 AM

is fully synthetic nessescary for gear oil?

gjbonner · 07-06-2009, 08:57 AM

Ive only had to have mine done once and Toyota did it. what do they use, anyone know? I will be doing it myself from now on so id be curious to see what most use. it seems like mobil 1 is pretty popular even when doing oil changes.

Motive · 07-06-2009, 10:32 AM

I use Redline... cause I can find it local!

Hootbro · 07-06-2009, 01:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by trtripoli

is fully synthetic nessescary for gear oil?

Not really but it affords an extra margin of protection if your vehicle meets the "severe service" definition of use.

If your truck is just a daily commuter/grocery getter, dino will do fine when following the normal service schedule. Dino juice gear oil has served me well in my three Toyota trucks that have gone over 200K.

Hootbro

carmellocafe · 07-06-2009, 09:23 PM

Just did mine this weekend... Went with valvoline dino cuz it was cheapest. Also added the "Trans-X lsd additive. I plan on doing it ever 15k so dino gonna be just fine.

ccs368 · 07-07-2009, 08:30 AM

I don't know what I used was the "best" because I only have 100 miles since fluid change but after reading some feedback that some posters having issues with synthetic, I used conventional Valvoline. 75W-90 front diff, transmission, T-case, and 80W-90 in rear diff. So far so good.

motoretro · 07-07-2009, 07:58 PM

Replaced man trans fluid w/ mixture of OEM & 75-90 Valvoline. Had Amsoil MTG in it and in the winter, It would not shift correctly at very cold temps. Go figure..........

Motoretro

Colton · 07-07-2009, 07:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jandrews

Amsoil scares me off for two reasons:

1) Hard to find.

2) It's distributed through a multi-level marketing network.

That said, it does seem to do as good a job as anything else out there. I'd use it if I could buy it at the major auto-parts chains.

Yeah, that's the only bad thing about this stuff. I have to order it off the Amsoil site if I need any.

lsocoee · 07-08-2009, 10:20 AM

I've heard that you shouldn't use the Synthetic if you have a mechanical LSD. You 2009 folks don't have to worry about that.

Fire931 · 07-20-2009, 10:15 AM

amsoil manual tranny fluid in the tranny and tcase, amsoil severe gear in the diffs with locker/lsd additive.... ohh and amsoil oil and filter on the engine...

bermise · 07-21-2009, 09:32 PM

I will be a Amsoil dealer in a few days, just waiting for some paperwork from them. I will be able to get good prices on all Amsoil products. I will post a thread when it is finalized.

View Poll Results: Which Gear Oil is best?
AmsOil Severe Gear Synthetic	12	20.00%
Valvoline Synthetic	5	8.33%
Mobil 1	18	30.00%
Redline	10	16.67%
Royal Purple	12	20.00%
Other (Please explain in post)	4	6.67%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 60. You may not vote on this poll

07-03-2009, 11:12 PM	#1
goldenbear926 Junior Member Joined: Jun 2009, #18507 Location: Alaska Gender: Male Posts: 4 05 Tacoma DC TRD O/R SR5 2005 Double Cab Manual 4.0 V6	Gear Oil Poll Wanting to get an idea of what people are using for gear oil in: -Manual Transmissions -F/R Diffs -Tansfer Cases Please vote or reply as to which fluid you are using, and what seems to be the best for smooth shifts, and long lasting drivetrains. Thanks

07-04-2009, 07:32 AM	#2
tacomaman06 Carolina Alliance: Redneck Division Name: Will Joined: May 2007, #1475 Location: York,South Carolina Age: 30 Gender: Male Posts: 21,977 04 trd tacoma 4x4 v6 double cab 2004 Double Cab Automatic 3.4 v6 vent visors,deck plate mod, gray wire mod, black steelies and emblems, mag-lite mod, wheelers/ome suspension, stainless brake lines,blacked out bumpers(bedliner),dynomax super turbo muffler,cabelas mossy oak seat covers ans camo steering wheel cover,brush guard, hella 500(x4)custom built(by me) hitch hauler),budbuilt skids,revenge-fab sliders,inchworm locker skid,cobra cb,wilson 3 ft antenna,hi-lift jack(tool box mounted) painted stock wheels....still to come.... afe pro dry s filter..........plus many,many more!!	mobil1 in my diffs and transfer case........works for me. __________________ i am WILL--my ride=04 tacoma trd 4x4 double cab, v6, auto,deck plate mod, grey wire mod, billy 5100's all the way around,black low-pro uws toolbox, black steelies,blacked out emblems, mag light mod,wheelers/alcan springs, ome 881 coils, braided stainless brake lines, polyurethane bushings,dynomax super turbo/slash cut tip-blacked out,chrome deleted bumpers via herculiner bed liner,color matched bedlinered tailgate, camo seat covers,sockmonkey decals,husky floor liners, hunter brush guard, 4 hella 500's(2 spotlight/2fog light),budbuilt skid plates,inchworm e-locker skid,revenge-fab sliders,cobra cb/loudspeaker PA, pioneer headunit/infinity reference components/2ways......plenty more still to come!!! http://s202.photobucket.com/albums/aa269/tacomaman06/ signature by piercedtiger www.myspace.com/goodolboy1979

07-04-2009, 08:17 AM	#3
jandrews Still ignoring the damn swine flu Joined: Jun 2009, #18122 Location: Salisbury, NC Age: 25 Gender: Guy Posts: 804 '09 FourDubDee 2009 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L TRD CatBack Exhaust--TRD Cold Air Intake--Tow Package--Rear Leaf TSB--Trimmed Flaps--Locking Gas Cap--De/Re-Badged--De-Ticked (VSV mod)--Painted Engine Cover--TW Sticker--Relocated Rear Diff Breather--Shorty Antenna --Extra D-rings--More to come!	Mobil 1 in all my stuff just because it's easy to find. Look, as long as it's a brand name that meets the proper standards, it's gonna do fine. __________________ Build: Miss Blue 2009 Toyota Tacoma 2003 Toyota Matrix OM NOM NOM NOM!

07-04-2009, 10:21 AM	#4
Janster Old Fart Anonymous Joined: Mar 2007, #1138 Location: Lancaster, PA Age: 41 Gender: Female Posts: 6,121 2007 4.0L 4x4 TRD Sport Access Cab A 2007 Access Cab Automatic 4.0L Advantage Torza top (tri-fold), Husky floor mats, RuffTuff seat covers, C2C hood struts, Homelink mirror, Ipod2car (80gig Classic/4gig nano), Garmin Nuvi 660, Protecta Bed mat, Pop-n-lock, TSB Springs, Scangauge II, Heated drivers seat, Fumoto drain valve, Aries pushbar, PIAA 540 fog lights, Hood scoop grahics, Flowmaster 50 series dual catback exhaust, RainX Latitude windshield wipers	I've used: Mobile 1 75W-90 in the 96 tacoma diffs, transmission. Amsoil Severe Gear in our corvette rear-end (with LSD). Redline MT-90 in the Jeep transmisison Mobile 1 75w-90 in the Jeep diffs I can't remember the other stuff.... but all of those have been top notch fluids. I'd use Amsoil more often if it were easier to get a hold of. __________________ Our Homepage http://www.lieblweb.com/ My truck photo gallery http://www.lieblweb.com/cpg/thumbnails.php?album=16 I know I'm in my own little world, but it's ok, They know me here.

07-04-2009, 11:25 AM	#5
vtragweed 1.20.13 Joined: Aug 2008, #8454 Location: TX, VA Age: 28 Gender: Male Posts: 1,226 08 2.7 SR5 Debadged 2008 Access Cab Manual 2.7 debadged, afe pro-dry s filter, DT headers, grillcraft black grill, piaa 520 ATP lights behind the grill, painted black steelies, dynomax super-turbo muffler, and a hot ass columbian chick in the passenger seat!	super S for me works very well, cheap and its still made by shell

07-04-2009, 12:10 PM	#6
ilovetacos Beetle, is as bad as can... Joined: Jan 2008, #4464 Location: Visalia, CA Age: 27 Gender: Dude Posts: 630 '06 TRD Sport 4x4 2006 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L V6 Bilstein 5100 Shocks(F&R), OME 885 Coils, Alcan AAL, 16x8 American Racing Teflon Mojave Wheels, 265/75-16 BFG Mud Terrains, Tinted Tail Lights, 5000K HID, Flowmaster 50 Series Muffler, Redline Hood Struts, Alpine 9887 HU, Image Dynamics Components, Co-Axials & 10" Sub, Alpine PDX5 Amp and a few DIY Mods.	I just changed mine a few weeks ago for the first time and used Mobil 1 synthetic (75w-90). I got it at Kragen for $7.99/qt. I did have to add the friction modifier to the rear end because I have the LSD diff but I could notice the difference right away. I used to have a little vibration at take off but now it's gone! __________________ >>> MY BUILD <<<

07-04-2009, 04:40 PM	#7
Yuma Taco Senior Member Name: Lee Joined: May 2009, #17562 Location: Yuma, Az Age: 51 Gender: Male Posts: 145 09 PreRunner DC TRD 2009 Double Cab Automatic V6 35% tint windows, OEM black running boards, OEM black roof rack, Foglight mod. De-badged & Sockmonkey Horns decals added. Two ammo box storage units.	I have not voted, but I'm wanting to know what's the most popular. I more than likely will use Mobil 1 when I need to do any changes. (Due to it's good and it's available) Yuma Taco, __________________ Southwest Arizona is not hell, but hell is a local call during the summer. http://community.webshots.com/user/Lateck

07-04-2009, 05:16 PM	#8
Colton Yankees won!!! Name: Colton Joined: May 2009, #17626 Location: Smithfield, VA Gender: Male Posts: 7,228 Future 2010 DC MGM 4x4 Automatic	I use Amsoil in everything.

07-04-2009, 06:40 PM	#9
jandrews Still ignoring the damn swine flu Joined: Jun 2009, #18122 Location: Salisbury, NC Age: 25 Gender: Guy Posts: 804 '09 FourDubDee 2009 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L TRD CatBack Exhaust--TRD Cold Air Intake--Tow Package--Rear Leaf TSB--Trimmed Flaps--Locking Gas Cap--De/Re-Badged--De-Ticked (VSV mod)--Painted Engine Cover--TW Sticker--Relocated Rear Diff Breather--Shorty Antenna --Extra D-rings--More to come!	Amsoil scares me off for two reasons: 1) Hard to find. 2) It's distributed through a multi-level marketing network. That said, it does seem to do as good a job as anything else out there. I'd use it if I could buy it at the major auto-parts chains. __________________ Build: Miss Blue 2009 Toyota Tacoma 2003 Toyota Matrix OM NOM NOM NOM!

07-06-2009, 08:23 AM	#10
trtripoli lower management Joined: Aug 2008, #8266 Location: Denver, CO Age: 27 Gender: Guy Posts: 185 07 4,0 L, 6M, Dbl Cab, TRD Off Road 2007 Double Cab Manual 4.0L V6 Eclipse AVN6620 JL 500/1 amp JL 13TW5 sub JL 300/4 JL XR-650CSi Mr Marv Box Blu tooth XM radio Back Up camera, RAAMmat and Ensolite everywhere but ceiling	is fully synthetic nessescary for gear oil?

07-06-2009, 08:57 AM	#11
gjbonner Senior Member Name: Guy Joined: Nov 2008, #10420 Location: Northern Idaho Age: 31 Gender: Male Posts: 407 07 Tacoma Off Road TRD 2007 Double Cab Manual 6cyl 4.0 Rhino Lined exterior,Fab Tech 6", 1.25" SpiderTrax spacers, Wheels painted Rustoleum Hammered Black, BHLM, Cig lighter constant on, Door beep toggle switch, Locker mod, Lock/unlock beeper Mod, Rear tailights smoked, 750w inverter with the outlets and on/off switch wired to rear of the console, Blacked out badges, blacked out rear bumper, removed secondary filter.	Ive only had to have mine done once and Toyota did it. what do they use, anyone know? I will be doing it myself from now on so id be curious to see what most use. it seems like mobil 1 is pretty popular even when doing oil changes. __________________ My Other Ride

07-06-2009, 10:32 AM	#12
Motive what just happened? Name: Brian Joined: Apr 2009, #16048 Location: where the hell am I? Gender: Guy Posts: 567 A Black 4x4 2003 Double Cab Automatic 3.4 liter V6 Things & Stuff	I use Redline... cause I can find it local!

07-06-2009, 09:23 PM	#14
carmellocafe Begin With The End In Mind. Name: KEVIN Joined: May 2009, #17267 Location: N. California Age: 35 Gender: Male Posts: 1,143 06 Prerunner Access cab longbed 2006 Access Cab Automatic 4.0 V6 AFE Dry Pro filter Flowmaster muffler E-Z clamp tailgate mod.	Just did mine this weekend... Went with valvoline dino cuz it was cheapest. Also added the "Trans-X lsd additive. I plan on doing it ever 15k so dino gonna be just fine. __________________

07-07-2009, 08:30 AM	#15
ccs368 Junior Member Joined: Nov 2008, #10931 Location: MA Gender: Male Posts: 22 05 Access Cab SR5 4x4 2005 Access Cab Manual	I don't know what I used was the "best" because I only have 100 miles since fluid change but after reading some feedback that some posters having issues with synthetic, I used conventional Valvoline. 75W-90 front diff, transmission, T-case, and 80W-90 in rear diff. So far so good.

07-21-2009, 09:32 PM	#20
bermise Senior Member Joined: Mar 2008, #5196 Location: Houston Gender: Male Posts: 591 08 TRD off road 2008 Double Cab Automatic V6 4.0L Total chaos spindles, Total chaos heim joint uca's, Icon E/T coilovers, Icon reservoir shocks, custom Deaver 10 leaf pack, 285/70/17 Cooper STT	I will be a Amsoil dealer in a few days, just waiting for some paperwork from them. I will be able to get good prices on all Amsoil products. I will post a thread when it is finalized. __________________ SELLING MY OEM CHROME GRILL SURROND $75 Total Chaos spindles, Total Chaos heim joint uca's, Icon E/T coilovers, Icon rear reservoir shocks, 3" Deaver 10 leaf pack, Timbren bump-stops, U-bolt flip kit, All-pro IFS & E-locker skids, 17X9 KMC Revolver, 285/70/17 BFG AT

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