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Apr 26, 2008 | 10:05 PM

dodgethis91cmns

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From: sellersville pa

gear oil

how many quarts of gear oil does the dana 70 take. and when i crack my rear what can i look for as signs of wear and tear, and what do i check to make sure its all good?

Apr 26, 2008 | 11:17 PM

Crossy's son

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put a big magnet on the rear cover before you take it off and drive it a little bit...then take cover off and see if theres metall.....theres sometin to do

Apr 27, 2008 | 02:05 AM

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make sure that your ring gear doesnt have any sharp edges or grooves then its time for mew ring and pinion

Apr 27, 2008 | 08:53 AM

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3.5 qts. "Full" is 1/2" to 3/8" BELOW the fill hole. Extra usually winds up in the brakes.

Apr 27, 2008 | 01:32 PM

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Check for any side to side play in the carrier. Uses a small pry bar to move it back and forth. Driver side carrier bearings like to wear out with added hp. There should no play at all.