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Old Jan 15, 2003 | 07:23 AM
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Ok, I've decided to give Redline a try since I've heard so many praises on here. My question is what weight gear oil should I go with? The service manual calls for 75w-85 for manual trans and 80w-90 for the rear diff. I went to this website but didn't find the weight for my car although I may have over looked it. So what do you redline believers recommend and have put in your cars? To shockproof or not?

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Old Jan 15, 2003 | 07:26 AM
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oopppss...forgot to add the link

http://pitstopusa.com/REDLINEGEAROILATF.asp
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Old Jan 15, 2003 | 09:49 AM
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I think there are 3 ppl put in shockproof so far, including myself.. I have no problem with it what so ever.. It it slick and you can tell the difference right away...

use the lightweight shockproof.
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Old Jan 15, 2003 | 02:10 PM
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I installed MT-90 in my tranny, and 75w90 gear oil in the diff. While shifting notchiness is not eliminated, shifting is a little smoother. The tranny is also quieter on the highway; an unexpected bonus.
The concern I had with using Shockproof is that it is intended for racing applications only, and does not carry a GL certification. This might cause warranty claim difficulties, should Nissan happen to ask what fluid you used. MT-90 is pretty close to the suggested viscocity, and it meets the GL-4 rating.
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Old Jan 15, 2003 | 07:07 PM
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I was told by a Redline distributor the exact same thing. They recommended the MT-90 and NOT the lightweight shockproof stating that Nissan MAY have warranty issues with it since it is for racing applications.
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Old Jan 16, 2003 | 02:28 PM
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your responses are highly appreciated and have been very helpful.

Thanks!!!!
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