And make sure the car is level when filling the diff. If it's boosted by the
rear too much lube will be in the diff causing it to possibly leak out the
seals.
I use concrete blocks and jack stands for extra safety.
Mike
----- Original Message -----
From: "Pat Horne" <pjhorne@mail.utexas.edu>
To: "datsunmike" <datsunmike@nyc.rr.com>
Cc: "Greg Chirpich" <SportsterGreg@everestkc.net>; "Datsun Roadster List"
<datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, September 16, 2005 9:56 AM
Subject: Re: differential lube
> I've always referred to that tool as a sump gun. I found that it can be a
> pain to pull gear lube into it because the lube is so thick. If you don't
> pull slowly air leaks past the piston seal. The gun I have screws the cap
> where the plunger goes in from the barrel. I unscrew the cap, then I then
> pour the lube in, then screw the top back on.
>
> I also have a 1 gallon lube bottle that has a pump on it. It is not nearly
> as messy as the gun, but it takes longer to fill the trans or
> differential.
>
> When the lube overflows the fill hole don't assume that the differential
> is full. Wait a minute for the fluid to level, then top it off again.
> Repeat as necessary.
>
> Peace,
> Pat
>
> datsunmike wrote:
>
>> Get one of those oil 'guns' that look like something that applies
>> caulking. I am at a loss for what its proper name is.
>>
>> Go for a ride to get the diff oil heated up and then drain. The plug in
>> the middle is the filler, and it doesn't hold too much fluid - about a
>> quart of so which is plenty.
>>
>> I use 75/80 in NY.
>>
>> No trick to it but it can be messy so use a pan underneath the diff.
>>
>> Mike
>>
>>
>
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