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Gear oil for TY60 transmission?

Discussion in 'Subaru Sambar' started by Reese Allen, Oct 27, 2019.

  1. Reese Allen

    Reese Allen Member

    I have a 1993 KV4 with the TY60 5MT. I found this thread which calls out fluid types for the TM transmission variants:

    https://minitrucktalk.com/threads/transaxle-fill-drain-plugs.2044/

    I am wondering what kind of gear oil I need for my TY60. I am comfortable putting 75w90 in it but I need to know:

    1. GL-4 or GL-5?

    2. Does presence of limited slip additive matter? Seems like every bottle I can find includes the additive.

    Also, does anyone have a brand or a specific product they use and recommend?
     
  2. Maximal

    Maximal Active Member

    limited slip shouldnt matter if its a open diff in the trans, GL-5 has sulfur that will destroy brass synchros in older transmissions. consensus seems to be use RedLine or Royal Purple 75w-90 GL-4. ive used RedLine for years no issue
     

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