Differential Fluid Change
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Originally Posted by vtec9,Jan 2 2006, 12:09 PM
the spec on both plugs is 33 lb-ft, but as mentioned in the original FAQ, you'll probably have a difficult time fitting your torque wrench and socket between the diff and the beam you see in the pics to remove/replace the fill plug. Because of this, I just use a regular wrench, and tighten the plug with the same force as I did the drain plug. This is not a critical bolt, so better to under tighten, then if it leaks, give it a bit more.
As an aside, there are adapters I have seen that should let you torque the fill bolt. They are like a 2" extension that snap onto the wrench. You do have to manually recalculate the torque because of the change in overall length though.
I just use a regular wrench(which was not easy to find in this unusual size BTW).
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Originally Posted by ayS,Jan 3 2006, 02:42 PM
i need to get me a fluid pump.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000AXBH...glance&n=228013
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From: Saint Augustine, FL
Originally Posted by move_right,Jan 6 2006, 05:36 PM
I didn't see this on FAQ's yet 
DIY Diff Fluid Change
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From: San Diego, Wess-Side!!
Originally Posted by steven975,Jan 7 2006, 01:18 AM
the sizes of the bolts would be a good thing to add as they are rarely used sizes and most here will need to purchase them.
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From: Front Royal, VA
Originally Posted by Hockey,Jan 6 2006, 06:21 PM