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Old Oct 1, 2010
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GEAR OIL PLEASE HELP

What type do I use for my 89 Ford Ranger 2.9 V6?
 
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diff? manual trans?

On diff I ran 80-90w in my old 90 ranger
 
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Differential, manual trans, 4x4
 
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if you still have your owners manual id look in there...that will tell you what to run
 
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It just says "Ford gear oil" or something like that. >.> It would be a hell of a hassle to get that down here, I don't believe we have any ford retailers within 50-100km xD
 
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oh wow i have access to all data ill look it up
 
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thats wierd it didnt have any specs on what kind of oil to use
 
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Exactly my problem. :\ Anyone?
 
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did you try calling the dealer...or any auto parts store should be able to tell you what kind to use
 
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Checked at Napa and they had no idea either.
 
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niiiice
 
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I bet its 80-90w gear oil...either call a dealer or 4x4 shop and confirm.
 
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You got it right K.blake! Thanks!
 
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