Hypoid gear oil

JasonNC
JasonNC Expert Adviser
edited November -1 in HUDSON
The repair manuel says to use 90 SAE hypoid oil in the rear end and transmission. I used to be able to find it since a lot of marine transmissions called for it. The last few times I went to get it, all the parts stores had was 80W 90 gear oil. Is that the same thing or should I try harder?

Jason

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  • JasonNC wrote:
    The repair manuel says to use 90 SAE hypoid oil in the rear end and transmission. I used to be able to find it since a lot of marine transmissions called for it. The last few times I went to get it, all the parts stores had was 80W 90 gear oil. Is that the same thing or should I try harder?

    Jason



    http://www.restorationstuff.com/Products/products.html



    This place sells all kinds of oils and other neat stuff. Good Luck, Ron
  • 37 CTS
    37 CTS Senior Contributor
    What is the car you are wish to change the gear oil in?
  • HI JASON, old recomendations versus modern lubes sometimes creates opinions best left to the individual. Type in --HYPOID GEAR OILS-- in your browser for a wealth of up to date info
  • JasonNC
    JasonNC Expert Adviser
    29 Vic wrote:
    What is the car you are wish to change the gear oil in?



    It's a 48 Commodore Six.
  • If straight SAE 90 hypoid fluid is what you're after, go to your friendly local Ford dealer's parts department and ask for a gallon of Motorcraft XY-90-GL. It costs about $35.00. Good luck.
  • NAPA or any other parts store has what you need. If you don't see it, ask.
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