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OBSSEST · 02-06-2012, 05:37 PM

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Originally Posted by DoubleARS

I too am confused. I just ordered the GM branded oil and modifier from gmpartshouse.com to be done with it.

You don't have the parts numbers for these do you? I just tried to look them up but got lost in their parts catalog, couldn't find fluids listed anywhere.

DoubleARS · 02-06-2012, 05:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OBSSEST

You don't have the parts numbers for these do you? I just tried to look them up but got lost in their parts catalog, couldn't find fluids listed anywhere.

Here you go!

Synthetic Axle Lubricant - 89021677
Friction Modifier - 1052358

Right from the owners manual.

OBSSEST · 02-09-2012, 10:47 PM

My dealership sells ACDelco 75 90 synthetic gear oil. Is that the GM stuff?

I checked out my rear diff today anticipating doing this job. I found that my exhaust pipe is too close to the drain plug to get a regular 3/8" socket on there. I have a Solo catback and even after removing the hangers I couldn't move it enough to get my tool on there.

I am going to need to get a low profile breaker or something. I never checked this out with the stock exhaust so I'm not sure how much room there was before.

It seems like every little job requires me to buy some tool I don't have. sheesh

Redemption · 02-09-2012, 10:55 PM

Oh yeah. Noticed that when I got my exhaust on.... No room. It was ok with stock exhaust.

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joecranium · 02-09-2012, 11:38 PM

Today I picked-up the AC Delco Synthetic Axle Lube #88900401 from the dealer. On the receipt it says that it replaces #89021677. I also picked-up the Limited Slip Axle Lube Additive # 88900330, but it says nothing about being a replacement. I would think that the additive should be fine.

joecranium · 02-09-2012, 11:47 PM

Thanks Dr.

myold88 · 02-13-2012, 01:33 PM

I just changed the rear end fluid for the first time today on my SS after 2 1/2 years and 17,000 miles. Per the manual I used Mobil 1 75W-90 fluid with 2.6 Oz of additive. I sure wish I had done it sooner.
Both the magnatic fill plug and drain plug were covered with fine metal shavings.

gelboy1015 · 02-13-2012, 02:28 PM

Im hoping to change mine this weekend. 21,1xx miles on mine right now. I was going to change it a while ago, but found that my exhaust is really close to the drain plug blocking access to it. I have 1 qt of Mobil 1 75W90 and a bottle of GM additive.

OBSSEST · 02-18-2012, 05:35 PM

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Originally Posted by gelboy1015

Im hoping to change mine this weekend. 21,1xx miles on mine right now. I was going to change it a while ago, but found that my exhaust is really close to the drain plug blocking access to it. I have 1 qt of Mobil 1 75W90 and a bottle of GM additive.

Yes, I had to get a 3/8" socket bar (no ratchet) in order to fit onto the drain plug due to the exhaust being so close.

I used NO jack or ramps, just backed up to the edge of the garage and used the slope of the driveway for a couple more inches of room.

My drain plug literally had a ball of metal sludge stuck to it. I also wish I had done this sooner.

BTW: I added 2.5 oz of the GM friction modifier directly to the 1 qt. bottle of GM (AC DELCO) fluid and shook it up before I poured it in the diff. I was able to add 30 oz. before it started leaking out the fill plug.

nice easy DIY job.

DoubleARS · 02-18-2012, 06:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OBSSEST

Yes, I had to get a 3/8" socket bar (no ratchet) in order to fit onto the drain plug due to the exhaust being so close.

I used NO jack or ramps, just backed up to the edge of the garage and used the slope of the driveway for a couple more inches of room.

My drain plug literally had a ball of metal sludge stuck to it. I also wish I had done this sooner.

BTW: I added 2.5 oz of the GM friction modifier directly to the 1 qt. bottle of GM (AC DELCO) fluid and shook it up before I poured it in the diff. I was able to add 30 oz. before it started leaking out the fill plug.

nice easy DIY job.

Glad you got it done. I am going to try and get it done next week. My stuff is supposed to show up tomorrow and I am trying to finish my header install in between marathon homework sessions.

FYI - Going back to school at 40 SUX! But that's another story.

sschevybear11 · 02-18-2012, 09:11 PM

RP and zero issues.

Brianskeet · 02-24-2012, 01:07 AM

Question for the RP fans. Is anyone suffering from the dreaded one wheel peel? What about our Amsoil users, same question.

One-Bad-ZL1 · 02-25-2012, 05:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Brianskeet

Question for the RP fans. Is anyone suffering from the dreaded one wheel peel? What about our Amsoil users, same question.

Nope, take the traction control off and lay'em down in a straight line.

Brianskeet · 02-26-2012, 12:01 AM

Thank you

Marchino · 05-08-2012, 12:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joecranium

Today I picked-up the AC Delco Synthetic Axle Lube #88900401 from the dealer. On the receipt it says that it replaces #89021677. I also picked-up the Limited Slip Axle Lube Additive # 88900330, but it says nothing about being a replacement. I would think that the additive should be fine.

Hello guys,

do you confirm that:

the factory rear diff. fluid part number 89021677 has been replaced by part number 88900401 and that

the friction modifier part number 1052358 has been replaced by part number 88900330?

Thank you

Badbubba · 05-09-2012, 09:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marchino

Hello guys,

do you confirm that:

the factory rear diff. fluid part number 89021677 has been replaced by part number 88900401 and that

the friction modifier part number 1052358 has been replaced by part number 88900330?

Thank you

That's what the service dept at the dealership told me when I got my fluids.

1977and2010 · 05-11-2012, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Redemption

I will play devils advocate.... I ran royal purple for 2 weeks. (changed at 1000 mile mark)

I had more groaning, clunking, horrible racket than an old diesel truck pulling an rv.

Switched to mobile 1 with GM additive, not 1 peep since.

My 2 cents.

J

Sent from my payphone using carrier pigeons.

Same here. This last time I used the Amsoil and their LS additive and no issue either.

GMTool · 05-11-2012, 09:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marchino

Hello guys,

do you confirm that:

the factory rear diff. fluid part number 89021677 has been replaced by part number 88900401 and that

the friction modifier part number 1052358 has been replaced by part number 88900330?

Thank you

Quote:

Originally Posted by Badbubba

That's what the service dept at the dealership told me when I got my fluids.

Yes, same here. Just changed mine today. 2780 miles on the car. This is what went in. Just 2.5 ozs of the additive. And the whole quart. Actually there was about 2 ozs of the gear lube left over. Started running out the fill hole, then I screwed the plug in. Took the car for a ride, found a big parking lot, did a bunch of circles. Everything is good. Peace of mind.

Avenging Orange · 05-11-2012, 11:13 PM

Lucas Oil 80w90..........no sweat, no mess, no additives, no figure 8's, no issues......$8.99

Marchino · 05-12-2012, 02:35 AM

GMTool,

Thank you for your info!!

SSeric · 05-12-2012, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by GMTool

Love how there's a bulletpoint of "New Grape Scent!" followed by a warning to avoid breathing it in...LOL!

Lgndryhr · 05-28-2012, 06:23 PM

http://www.amazon.com/Mobil-75W-90-S...8247261&sr=8-8

Is that the right stuff for an Auto V6?

On a side note, how hard is it to change out the transmission fluid and filter?

02-09-2012, 10:55 PM	#29
Redemption Just Because! Drives: 2010 SIM 2SSRS Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: San Jose, Ca Posts: 6,219	Oh yeah. Noticed that when I got my exhaust on.... No room. It was ok with stock exhaust. Sent from my payphone using carrier pigeons. __________________ My Build Thread

02-09-2012, 11:38 PM	#30
joecranium Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 12	Today I picked-up the AC Delco Synthetic Axle Lube #88900401 from the dealer. On the receipt it says that it replaces #89021677. I also picked-up the Limited Slip Axle Lube Additive # 88900330, but it says nothing about being a replacement. I would think that the additive should be fine. __________________ JoeCranium

02-09-2012, 11:47 PM	#31
joecranium Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 12	Thanks Dr. __________________ JoeCranium

02-13-2012, 01:33 PM	#32
myold88 Drives: SUMMIT WHITE 2SS/RS CAMARO Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Ct. Posts: 4,649 View My Garage	I just changed the rear end fluid for the first time today on my SS after 2 1/2 years and 17,000 miles. Per the manual I used Mobil 1 75W-90 fluid with 2.6 Oz of additive. I sure wish I had done it sooner. Both the magnatic fill plug and drain plug were covered with fine metal shavings. __________________

02-13-2012, 02:28 PM	#33
gelboy1015 Drives: '10 2SS/RS, MKIII Supras Join Date: May 2010 Location: Houston/Tulsa Posts: 897	Im hoping to change mine this weekend. 21,1xx miles on mine right now. I was going to change it a while ago, but found that my exhaust is really close to the drain plug blocking access to it. I have 1 qt of Mobil 1 75W90 and a bottle of GM additive. __________________ 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS - LS3, M6. - Build Thread/Mods List

02-09-2012, 10:47 PM	#28
OBSSEST Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS RS, Black Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Sacramento Posts: 413	My dealership sells ACDelco 75 90 synthetic gear oil. Is that the GM stuff? I checked out my rear diff today anticipating doing this job. I found that my exhaust pipe is too close to the drain plug to get a regular 3/8" socket on there. I have a Solo catback and even after removing the hangers I couldn't move it enough to get my tool on there. I am going to need to get a low profile breaker or something. I never checked this out with the stock exhaust so I'm not sure how much room there was before. It seems like every little job requires me to buy some tool I don't have. sheesh

02-18-2012, 09:11 PM	#36
sschevybear11 Drives: 2011 Black 1SS Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: moline,il Posts: 504 View My Garage	RP and zero issues. __________________ 2011 Black 1SS M6 12.75@110.91 bone stock Now: Coated Dynatech LT's/!Cats/Hurst Shifter/Roto-fab/SLP SS badges/JRE 415HP Tune, Scoop & Washer Relocation Bottle,Hurst Stunner 20X9 Wheels, Moroso Catch Can, ASP pulley, Magnaflow X-pipe, GTO remote clutch reservoir 1989 Silver 5.0 Mustang LX Coupe 1999 Pewter Tahoe LT 2011 Blue Camry SE

02-24-2012, 01:07 AM	#37
Brianskeet Brianskeet Drives: RJTC 1SS RS L99 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Crestview FL Posts: 816 View My Garage	Question for the RP fans. Is anyone suffering from the dreaded one wheel peel? What about our Amsoil users, same question. __________________ ARH 1 7/8 coated LT, High flows, Corsa L99 exhaust, Vmax CNC throttle body, Elite Engineering catch can and tunnel brace, C.A.I. Apex Washer relocation and scoop, Janetty Tune, MSD wires, DEI heat shields, RB rotors and pads, Mike the powder coater calipers, pedders lines, Forgestar F14's, Gorilla nutz, MTI spoiler finished by Gary, Gary's Customz Bow Ties, Side Markers and Tails tinted, Bezels matte black, Badges deleted, Windows Tinted, AAC DRL P13W lights, AAC tinted LED reverse lights, AAC LED interior lights, RPI match painted DRL Bezels, Lis plate frame, Lloyds mats

02-26-2012, 12:01 AM	#39
Brianskeet Brianskeet Drives: RJTC 1SS RS L99 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Crestview FL Posts: 816 View My Garage	Thank you __________________ ARH 1 7/8 coated LT, High flows, Corsa L99 exhaust, Vmax CNC throttle body, Elite Engineering catch can and tunnel brace, C.A.I. Apex Washer relocation and scoop, Janetty Tune, MSD wires, DEI heat shields, RB rotors and pads, Mike the powder coater calipers, pedders lines, Forgestar F14's, Gorilla nutz, MTI spoiler finished by Gary, Gary's Customz Bow Ties, Side Markers and Tails tinted, Bezels matte black, Badges deleted, Windows Tinted, AAC DRL P13W lights, AAC tinted LED reverse lights, AAC LED interior lights, RPI match painted DRL Bezels, Lis plate frame, Lloyds mats

05-11-2012, 11:13 PM	#44
Avenging Orange Drives: 2010 Inferno Orange 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Clermont, IN Posts: 568	Lucas Oil 80w90..........no sweat, no mess, no additives, no figure 8's, no issues......$8.99 __________________ 2010 Inferno Orange 2SS/RS M6 Black Leather,Sun Roof, Halltech cai, Delo 400 15w40, Ebay LED p13w DL, Lucas oil 80w90 gear oil, OBX LT's, Ebay gill decals, Shell Spirax ATF, Mike Norris tuned 413/419 Avenging Orange: 35 years of not buying into the Hype........and damn proud of it!!

05-12-2012, 02:35 AM	#45
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05-28-2012, 06:23 PM	#47
Lgndryhr Camaro for Life Drives: 2010 2SS/RS A6 CGM & 2013 1LT A6 VR Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 4,536	http://www.amazon.com/Mobil-75W-90-S...8247261&sr=8-8 Is that the right stuff for an Auto V6? On a side note, how hard is it to change out the transmission fluid and filter? __________________ Build Thread Current ride: 2010 CGM 2SS/RS A6 #128349 (his) & 2013 VR 1LT A6 #147344 (hers) Exterior: Cyber Gray Metallic / Interior: Ebony Nickname: Valkyrie Best run: 13.5 stock on Pzero's with barely any tread left How to hug your camaro Buy the car that you would most like to get beat in. The other guy will always be faster.

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