For you Getraggers - Dodge Diesel

lovemysan · 02-10-2006, 10:06 AM

For you guys running the getrag I thought I'd post this up.

I used redline heavyweight shockproof gear oil in my Sentra SER. Most of the guys running big power do also. This oil reduces the chance of sheared gears and provides all around better protection. Its an excellent bandaid for people pushing big power through an underbuilt transmission. Many mustang guys run it too. Thats the extent of my knowledge. I do know that there help line can help with any questions

http://store.summitracing.com/defaul....asp&x=40&y=14

G1625S · 02-10-2006, 12:36 PM

Cool, something to look into. I'm about ready for a lube swap in the ol gutbag...

edwinsmith · 02-10-2006, 05:58 PM

I sem to remember that the reason for the lightweight oil in the Getrag is the needle bearings don't get lubed with 90 wt gear oil. Better be careful with this one.

Edwin

wannadiesel · 02-10-2006, 06:08 PM

Mine has held 800+ foot-lbs. for a year so far. I'm running Redline's MTL.

When I got my truck it had gear lube in it, the trans had to warm up for about half an hour on the highway before it would shift smoothly. My experience with thick oil and Getrags has not been good. They do run quiet with gear oil, though.

lovemysan · 02-11-2006, 10:45 AM

If you'll notice the shockproof lightweight is rated to 75/140 spec but has the flow characteristics of a sae 30wt oil. I.E. this should be just fine in a getrag. I run the heavyweight in my sentra, it carries a 75/250 rating w/flow characteristics of dino 75/90 gear oil. This is an excellent product. If you question the viability of its use, simply call the redline techinical department and ask them what is best for your application. And like wanna has said he's been running MTL for a while with no hiccups. What I was initially advised was, if the trans is stiff when cold simply drive gently until it warmed slightly, this was NOT an issue. The heavyweight shockproof outperformed the dino 75/90 in all aspects. I also noticed a large temperature decrease when towing, while using their standard MTL in my nissan pickup.

product general description here

http://www.redlineoil.com/products_g...61&subcatID=20

techinical specs here

http://www.redlineoil.com/whitePaper/11.pdf

bgilbert · 02-11-2006, 12:16 PM

Gasssser trasssssh. 5w30 engine oil is the correct lube for the getrag.

02-10-2006, 12:36 PM	#2
G1625S Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Kirkwood, NY Posts: 4,755 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	Cool, something to look into. I'm about ready for a lube swap in the ol gutbag... __________________ 90/97 F350 4x4 SRW Crew/long Fummins

02-10-2006, 05:58 PM	#3
edwinsmith Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Coffeyville, KS Posts: 1,439 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	I sem to remember that the reason for the lightweight oil in the Getrag is the needle bearings don't get lubed with 90 wt gear oil. Better be careful with this one. Edwin __________________ 1989 D-350 Dually CTD, WH1C turbo Non-IC, boost controller set to 34#, 3200 RPM govenor spring YAY!, Autometer Z-series Tach, Boost and Pyro, 5spd Getrag 360, A/C, Power Steering, Brakes, Windows & Locks. Replaced all seals and o-rings in the VE when I did the govenor spring. Paint sucks but I'm currently stripping/sanding/priming for new paint. See my photo gallery.

02-10-2006, 06:08 PM	#4
wannadiesel Adminstrator-ess Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: New Holland, PA Posts: 22,593 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	Mine has held 800+ foot-lbs. for a year so far. I'm running Redline's MTL. When I got my truck it had gear lube in it, the trans had to warm up for about half an hour on the highway before it would shift smoothly. My experience with thick oil and Getrags has not been good. They do run quiet with gear oil, though. __________________ Faith '93 D350 - DPS 6x16's, HTT Stage IV/14wg, PowerStroke IC, Snow water/meth, Walbro 392, Con-FE, pump tampering by owner. 390 HP/800 TQ on #2 only, 413 HP/852 TQ w/ water/meth - needs more air! Dead KDP's = 72 wannadiesel@dieseltruckresource.com

02-11-2006, 12:16 PM	#6
bgilbert Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Terre Haute,IN Posts: 3,229 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	Gasssser trasssssh. 5w30 engine oil is the correct lube for the getrag. __________________ Bill Gilbert 85 D350 crew with 90 6BT intercooled Getrag 3.07's 93 D350 single cab Getrag 3.54's

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02-11-2006, 10:45 AM	#5
lovemysan Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Kansas City, MO Posts: 427 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	If you'll notice the shockproof lightweight is rated to 75/140 spec but has the flow characteristics of a sae 30wt oil. I.E. this should be just fine in a getrag. I run the heavyweight in my sentra, it carries a 75/250 rating w/flow characteristics of dino 75/90 gear oil. This is an excellent product. If you question the viability of its use, simply call the redline techinical department and ask them what is best for your application. And like wanna has said he's been running MTL for a while with no hiccups. What I was initially advised was, if the trans is stiff when cold simply drive gently until it warmed slightly, this was NOT an issue. The heavyweight shockproof outperformed the dino 75/90 in all aspects. I also noticed a large temperature decrease when towing, while using their standard MTL in my nissan pickup. product general description here http://www.redlineoil.com/products_g...61&subcatID=20 techinical specs here http://www.redlineoil.com/whitePaper/11.pdf