Similar to what we discussed in our Automatic Transmission Fluid 101 post, selecting the right gear oil for your manual transmission isn’t as easy as it might seem. There are dozens of different types of gear oils, each with its own special designation and use, so we created this handy primer (oil pun!) to help
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) is a completely different beast than engine oil or manual transmission gear oil because it does way more than lubricate. (Want to read about gear oil? Check out this post.) Think about it. Automatic transmissions and transaxles are essentially hydraulic systems, complete with valves, check balls, solenoids, and pumps. ATF is
The experts at Yukon Gear & Axle say that all new ring and pinion sets require a break-in period. By not breaking them in properly, you set yourself up to experience overheating, the breakdown of your gear oil, and ultimately, total gear failure. The instructions are simple enough. Drive lightly and carefully for the first 500 miles,
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