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Old Mar 20, 2009 | 04:03 PM
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right guys i need to change my diff oil tomorrow but not sure what oil to get?
ive tryed searching but coulf not get a staright answer
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Old Mar 20, 2009 | 05:07 PM
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As long as it's GL5 and 75-90ish, you'll be fine
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Old Mar 21, 2009 | 12:49 AM
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Castrol diff oil, or any any #90 weight 'hypoid' (high pressure) gear oil.

From the Torsen.com website (the Honda S2000 has a Torsen diff):

"Can Torsen recommend an oil for my rear axle?
We suggest that you follow what is listed in your vehicle's owners manual. We do require that a GL4/GL5 class oil be used for the Torsen T-1. The T-1 requires an oil with extreme pressure additives for optimal function. Torsen works well in either synthetic or mineral base oils!"

HTH?
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Old Mar 21, 2009 | 02:07 AM
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would castrol racing b 373 be ok, its gl6 and 90?
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Old Mar 21, 2009 | 02:46 AM
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I was under the impression they didn't do GL6 oils any more?

Since it isn't GL5, i'd suggest against it.
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Old Mar 21, 2009 | 04:27 AM
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no they still sell it, it may be a bit hard to find do! I think i am goin to go ahead and use the b 373.
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Old Mar 21, 2009 | 01:18 PM
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I just changed mine today, I used Castrol Syntrax Universal.
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