[DeTomaso] ZF oil choice?

[Bjoern Flesland]

So does that mean you recommend LS gear oil if your LSD is still intact in the ZF?
Cheers Bjoern

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Den 2. apr. 2011 kl. 08:49 skrev JDeRyke at aol.com:

> In a message dated 4/1/11 12:58:58 PM, pantdino at aol.com writes:
> 
>> which is more important to you, functioning synchros or non-binding LS 
>> clutches?
>> If the transaxle makes funny noises you can add small amounts of LS 
>> additive until it goes away.
>> For me synchro function is important and LS function is not
>> 
> I agree. There are a surprising number of Panteras running happily around 
> that do not have a limited slip any more. Its easy to check for any LSD left: 
> you jack up either rear wheel, put a torque wrench on any lug nut and turn 
> the wrench which turns the raised wheel. If the limited slip is still 
> present, it will take 40+ ft-lbs of force to rotate the wheel. If it takes less, 
> wear has gotten into the LSD clutches. No LSD= no problems with what lube you 
> use. Rebuilding is not simple nor cheap. FWIW- J Deryke
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