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10 Best gear oil for limited slip differentials in Canada
Best Choice01Red LineRed Line 50105 75W85 GL-5 Full Synthetic Gear Oil for Hypoid Limited Slip Differentials - 1 Gallon
Main highlights- WHY RED LINE - Established in 1979, Red Line Products perform & protect better than any on the market. No compromises
- SATISFIES REQUIREMENTS - for gear oil viscosity of SAE 75W80, 75W, 80W and 85W, as well as SAE 30 and SAE 10W30 motor oil
- POPULAR GEAR OIL FOR - in many late model BMW, Dodge, Ford, GM, Jeep, Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, Ram, Toyota, also popular in many Formula racing transaxles, including Hewland LD-200 and FTR sequential
- CONTAINS - additional friction modifiers for suitability with clutch-type limited slip differentials - for most LSDs, no additional friction modifiers are required, known formerly as LightWeight Gear Oil
- APPLICATIONS - include differential oil, final drive oil, gear oil and transfer case fluid, this product is not designed for use in most manual transmissions or transaxles with synchronizers, as extreme slipperiness may cause shifting problems
9.8Exceptional
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- 02Valvoline
Valvoline SynPower SAE 75W-90 Full Synthetic Gear Oil 1 GA
Main highlights- Recommended for conventional and limited slip differentials and non-synchronized manual transmissions where API GL-5 or API GL-4 fluid is specificed
- Helps provide outstanding thermal stability for cleanliness and longer service life
- Contains special additives to assist in protecting gear teeth from rust and corrosion and reduce chattering in limited-slip differentials
9.5Excellent
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- 03Castrol
Castrol Axle Limited Slip Outboard Gear Oil 80W-90 API GL-5 500mL
Main highlights- Recommended for service fill of all limited slip differentials in passenger cars and Light trucks calling for SAE 80W-90 and API Service GL-5 specifications.
- Recommended for applications calling for Ford ESP-M2C154-A and GM 9985290
- Exceeds API MT-1 lubricant for synchronized manual transmissions used in buses and heavy duty trucks
- Castrol Axle Limited Slip 80W-90 Gear Oil is a multi-grade gear lubricant that promises superior performance in manual transmissions and differentials
9.4Excellent
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- 04Lucas Oil
Lucas Oil 10121 SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Transmission and Differential Lube - 1 Quart
Main highlights- Stands up to high temperatures
- High performance
- Heavy duty
- Cools and quiets
9.3Excellent
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Value for Money05MotorcraftGenuine Ford Fluid XL-3 Friction Modifier Additive - 4 oz.
14% OffMain highlights- Use according to owner guide recommendations
- Tapered neck applicator for easy use
- Formulated for automotive use
- For use on certain limited-slip differentials to reduce chatter and hypoid gear noise levels
- Added to lubricants to reduce the surface friction of the lubricated parts
9.0Excellent
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- 06Yukon Gear & Axle
Friction Modifier Positraction Additive for Limited Slip Differentials
Main highlights- Positraction additive
- Positraction Limited Slip Differential Additive
- For use in any clutch-style limited slip
- Compatible with most mineral and synthetic oils
8.9Very Good
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- 07Lucas Oil
Lucas Oil 10047 SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Transmission and Differential Lube -, Clear, 1 Quart (32 Ounces)
Main highlights- Replaces OEM number: Lucas Oil: 10047
- Packaging May Vary
- Fit type: Vehicle Specific
- Excellent for use in limited-slip differentials
- Affordable solutions
8.6Very Good
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- 08Red Line
Red Line 80301 Limited Slip Friction Modifier - 4 oz.
Main highlights- Product type: Auto accessory
- Model number: 80301
- Country of origin: United states
- Can be added to any gear oil
8.5Good
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- 09Valvoline
Valvoline FlexFill Advanced Full Synthetic 75W-90 Gear Oil 1 Quart Pouch
Main highlights- Meets or exceeds requirements for: SAE J2380, MACK GO-J, Meritor 0-94 Rev Level A, API GL-5, GMW 16445; the addition of a supplemental friction modifier (Ford M2C-118-A, Chrysler MS-5630, or GM 1052358) is not required. Can be used in non-synchronized manual transmissions calling for API GL-4
- High and low temperature protection ranges from -50F to 300F degrees for cold temperature fluidity and high temperature performance
- FlexFill squeezable pouch releases 2X more fluid with less effort for 3X faster filling vs. traditional bottle packaging
- Fights rust and corrosion with corrosion inhibitors and safeguards against impurities, oxidation and thermal breakdown
- Contains limited slip for optimal performance of the clutch pack, while also delivering 30% better protection against towing and heavy loads and 1.5X better gear wear protection
- American made and formulated, from the Original Motor Oil brand trusted for more than 150 years
- Advanced full synthetic helps prevent noise and reduce chattering, while protecting gear teeth from wearing out prematurely
8.4Good
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- 10TRIAX
Triax Gear Premium LS 80W-90, GL-5 Limited Slip Ready, Manual Transmissions, Hypoid Gear Systems, Differentials, NATO Military Approved, Widest OEM Specification Range (1 Gallon)
Main highlights- WIDEST SPEC RANGE ON THE MARKET: widely compatible with a very large number of hypoid gear systems, differentials, transmissions and axle assemblies.
- SHEAR STABLE - Excellent thermal stability and high load capacity without viscosity breakdown, facilitates excellent film strength under high loads, high temp and high shear conditions.
- SEVERE SERVICE MAX: Exceptional shear stability and oxidation resistance. Polyphosphate EP proprietary additive system offers substantial improvement in performance over previous generation, low cost, gear oils
- OUTSTANDING SCUFFING PROTECTION - Superb gear and syncron protection, facilitating extremely long transmission life. Exceeds Load Stage 13 extreme pressure requirements beyond 120,000 lbs / sqi.
- BUILT IN LIMTED SLIP ADDITIVE - Does not require "additional" LS additive. Its built into the product, optimized for all limited slip differentials, including those with built in wet brakes.
8.1Good
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