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BSR-1 · 07-01-2011, 10:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Cbrenthus

I have one for my boat, will probably get one for the camaro for the tranny fluid change

http://www.google.com/m/products/det...ed=0CBoQ8wIwAQ

Will this same unit not work for the Camaro?

GEEo · 07-01-2011, 10:21 PM

Man I can only imagine how mine looks like after this 15k miles of crazy beating my tranny has been trough!

I gotta bring my car to the dealer now to get it checked. Cuz my tranny is kinda getting that sticky feel to it now. Hopefully its all good.

Pierce34 · 07-01-2011, 11:38 PM

I took a look at the rear differential drain plug and is there anyway to get at that without taking the exhaust off? I have the SOLO exhaust and there is about 3/4" of clearance.

usa1camaro1969 · 07-02-2011, 01:22 AM

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Originally Posted by SUV2008

tranny is 1.9 bottles and the rear diff is 1 bottle. Save yourself a headache and buy the $6 gear oil pump, it will go much easier than squeezing the bottle!

If you do the rear diff and you have a manual don't forget the additive for the posi. I know most of them say they are for limited slip diffs but the additive will keep the clutches quiet and healthy.
I'm looking at doing the trans fluid tomorrow.

Cbrenthus · 07-02-2011, 07:59 AM

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Originally Posted by BSR-1

Will this same unit not work for the Camaro?

I don't see why it wouldn't work. As long as the fill hole size is the same.

bmorecam · 07-02-2011, 09:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Pierce34

I took a look at the rear differential drain plug and is there anyway to get at that without taking the exhaust off? I have the SOLO exhaust and there is about 3/4" of clearance.

I dont have the solo but that is the same reason why I didnt tackle the differential yet. My darn exhaust is on the way.

gwbates3 · 07-03-2011, 06:46 AM

bump

usa1camaro1969 · 07-03-2011, 07:32 AM

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Originally Posted by bmorecam

I dont have the solo but that is the same reason why I didnt tackle the differential yet. My darn exhaust is on the way.

I removed the hangars to adjust the exhaust around to pull the plug.

BSR-1 · 07-03-2011, 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by usa1camaro1969

If you do the rear diff and you have a manual don't forget the additive for the posi. I know most of them say they are for limited slip diffs but the additive will keep the clutches quiet and healthy.

I haven't been to the auto parts store yet but I was wondering about that. Is it something that I'll find on the shelf? Should it be added to both the diff and the tranny?

jagan323 · 07-03-2011, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by bmorecam

I dont have the solo but that is the same reason why I didnt tackle the differential yet. My darn exhaust is on the way.

First off, thanks for the shout out to "jagan's video" lol. Because I had the auto trans, I did not do the tranny fluid change. Since the 6spd manual is possible to DIY. The autos aren't as easy =p.

As for your diff change... how are your exhausts in the way? Have you really tried? My Corsa at the time was in the way for sure... but I still worked around it, as you can see in my diff change video =o. I'm sure you can still get a wrench in there and remove the bolts, drain them.

The only hard part was getting the fluid back in. If you have a pump, then I'm sure it is no trouble. I used the bottle and just squeezed it in. It was hard at first, but you find tricks to make it easier.

bmorecam · 07-03-2011, 02:00 PM

I have a custom 2.5" pipes running from my MF x-pipe on back.. so when they setup the pipes I think they put it too close to the defferential. It look like the only way I am going to get to the bolts will be to take off my exhaust and take down the hangers. I guess I'll make it work somehow once I am ready to get greasy again

How you been buddy? I see you with your scooby

PPSSSHHHHHHHHH!!

bigsquirrel · 07-03-2011, 02:19 PM

If you plan on trying to do a lot of work to your own car, invest in one of these or something similar.
http://www.amazon.com/OEM-25136-Vacu...=pd_sbs_auto_1

You can use for the tranny or diff. Bleeding brakes and testing vacuum lines.

justa25thTA · 07-03-2011, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Pierce34

I took a look at the rear differential drain plug and is there anyway to get at that without taking the exhaust off? I have the SOLO exhaust and there is about 3/4" of clearance.

Mine is stock, didn't remove a thing to change mine. Bought some diff additive at O'Reilly, must be fine cause I haven't heard a thing from the diff.

BSR-1 · 07-03-2011, 07:35 PM

Do the differential plugs really fit a 3/8" drive with no socket?
That's what it looks like in Jagan's video.

07-01-2011, 11:38 PM	#31
Pierce34 Drives: 2010 2LT 6Spd Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Scottsdale, AZ Posts: 32 View My Garage	I took a look at the rear differential drain plug and is there anyway to get at that without taking the exhaust off? I have the SOLO exhaust and there is about 3/4" of clearance. __________________ Solo Mach X-LLT Exhaust Vararam Intake

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bigsquirrel My car runs on acorns.... Drives: 2010 SS RS Inferno Orange Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Albuquerque Posts: 1,351 View My Garage	If you plan on trying to do a lot of work to your own car, invest in one of these or something similar. http://www.amazon.com/OEM-25136-Vacu...=pd_sbs_auto_1 You can use for the tranny or diff. Bleeding brakes and testing vacuum lines. __________________ My car runs on acorns, the tears of ricers and these other slightly less important things... 2.9 Polished Whipple, Kooks LT 1 7/8 headers, HiFlow Cats, Kooks Sleeper catback, Cooling Mist Methanol Injection, PFADT Sport Sways, PFADT Springs, PFADT rear trailing arms, ADM intake, JDP stainless brake lines, Jegs Catch can, Stock SS wheels widened to 10 3/4, Hawks HPS Pads, Pedders Rear Subframe Bushing Inserts, BMR Center Brace, MSD BAP, AAC side markers, Emblem Pro's Custom Lighted Door Sills, Dash-Floor-Cupholder ABL lighting and other stuff....

07-03-2011, 07:35 PM	#42
BSR-1 Drives: 17 ZL1 M6 Black Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Capo Beach, Ca Posts: 1,411 View My Garage	Do the differential plugs really fit a 3/8" drive with no socket? That's what it looks like in Jagan's video. __________________

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GEEo OKCamaros Drives: 4 banger Diesel Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Philippines Posts: 4,572	Man I can only imagine how mine looks like after this 15k miles of crazy beating my tranny has been trough! I gotta bring my car to the dealer now to get it checked. Cuz my tranny is kinda getting that sticky feel to it now. Hopefully its all good.

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bmorecam Account Suspended Drives: jealous vendors mad!! HAHA!! Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: CYBERGMONSTER@GMAIL.COM Posts: 3,658 View My Garage	I have a custom 2.5" pipes running from my MF x-pipe on back.. so when they setup the pipes I think they put it too close to the defferential. It look like the only way I am going to get to the bolts will be to take off my exhaust and take down the hangers. I guess I'll make it work somehow once I am ready to get greasy again How you been buddy? I see you with your scooby PPSSSHHHHHHHHH!!