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Re: Comparison Question
Got this from Redline on issue of comparison between synthetic gear
oils. My owner's manual calls for SAE 80W or 80/W90 GL-4 trans/front
diff, and 90W GL-5 for rear axle/diff. I would think the
straight-weight diff oil would be better than the multi for
straight-weight recommended application, but maybe I misunderstand.
Offered for your reading pleasure.
markbyrum@erols.com
'86 4kcsq
'90 100
'95 90cs
>
> >Dear Redline:
> > I have three Audi's at home (actually one of them is outside in the
> >parking lot). I am considering replacing the transmission/front
> >differential and rear differential in my '86 Audi 4000 cs quattro with
> >synthetic geal oil. Some recommend Mobil 1, some Amsoil, and some
> >Redline. How do these three synthetic gear lubes compare head to head?
> >Is your straight 90W better than the multi-grade since my owner's manual
> >discusses a 90W oil? It is my understanding that additives give oil its
> >multi-weight flexibility. Is such the case with your multi-weight gear
> >oil; and will you MT90 be better for a manufacturer recommended
> >straight-weight application? Your response will be greatly appreciated.
> > Thanks
> > Mark W. Byrum, Jr.
> > markbyrum@erols.com
> >
> > 113 South Saint Asaph Street
> > Suite 200
> > Alexandria, VA 22314
> >
> > 703.299.0704
>
>
Dave Granquist wrote:
In your Audy transaxle, the recommendation is for a Synthetic 75W90
GL-4,
> that would be Red Line MT-90. In the rear differential, Audi calls for a
> 90W GL-5, I would recommend Red Line 75W90.
>
> Red Line Gear Oils use polyol ester base stocks, these are by nature a
> broad viscosity and offer increased protection, reduced temperature,
> improved cold lubrication and the highest film-strength available. The
> broad viscosity is prefered in the differential because it lubricates
> better at low tempertures, has less drag, uses less power and improves
> economy. Because the broad natural viscosity of Red Line lubes unstable
> thickeners are not required, so they won't sheer down. The Red Line will
> work better than a streight weight oil.
>
> Thank you for your interest in Red Line Oil.