Why should we change the VLSD fluid?

2011 Nismo#91 · 12-02-2013, 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Jordo!

I was about to comment, then it occurred to me that I wasn't sure which parts were directly affected by changing the dif oil either...

Here's an exploded view of the 370Z dif

Which parts are sealed and non-serviceable vs not?

Outer gears are affected by fluid change, whereas inner locking mechanisms are not?

Is that correct?

38760 Is the sealed VLSD Unit by the look and shape of it.

http://us1.webpublications.com.au/st...108266_7mg.jpg

Rusty · 12-02-2013, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by 2011 Nismo#91

38760 Is the sealed VLSD Unit by the look and shape of it.

http://us1.webpublications.com.au/st...108266_7mg.jpg

uh......that's what I said in my post.

2011 Nismo#91 · 12-03-2013, 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Rusty

uh......that's what I said in my post.

Well it's not like people read replies or even use search on this forum.

Jordo! · 12-03-2013, 01:41 PM

In summary, the rear differential gears are lubed and serviceable, and should follow an OCI of some sort (30K for street use? 10-15k for track?), but the VLSD mechanism itself is a sealed unit within the pumpkin that is non-serviceable.

Rusty · 12-03-2013, 02:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Jordo!

In summary, the rear differential gears and bearings are lubed and serviceable, and should follow an OCI of some sort (30K for street use? 10-15k for track?), but the VLSD mechanism itself is a sealed unit within the pumpkin that is non-serviceable.

Fixed it.

TexasChuck · 12-04-2013, 06:25 AM

Well, I guess I'm showing my ignorance, but what the "bl___k" is blinker fluid?

Chuck33079 · 12-04-2013, 07:10 AM

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Originally Posted by TexasChuck

Well, I guess I'm showing my ignorance, but what the "bl___k" is blinker fluid?

Blinker Fluid - $18.95 : KaleCoAuto.com, Your home for the rare, unusual, and hard to find auto parts.

onzedge · 12-04-2013, 07:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Chuck33079

Blinker Fluid - $18.95 : KaleCoAuto.com, Your home for the rare, unusual, and hard to find auto parts.

onzedge · 12-04-2013, 07:38 AM

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Originally Posted by TexasChuck

Well, I guess I'm showing my ignorance, but what the "bl___k" is blinker fluid?

If you have to ask...

Jordo! · 12-04-2013, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Chuck33079

Blinker Fluid - $18.95 : KaleCoAuto.com, Your home for the rare, unusual, and hard to find auto parts.

That's hilarious

But... booooooooooooo

http://kalecoauto.com/index.php?main...tqfn6fh6a2sbu1

Chuck33079 · 12-04-2013, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Jordo!

That's hilarious

But... booooooooooooo

Tampon Dispenser (For Automatic Vehicles) - $55.95 : KaleCoAuto.com, Your home for the rare, unusual, and hard to find auto parts.

It really is one of the finer sites on the internet that doesn't have boobs.

TexasChuck · 12-04-2013, 12:42 PM

Well, that's kinda what I thought, but I went for it. Ain't the first time.
chuck

Rusty · 12-04-2013, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by TexasChuck

Well, that's kinda what I thought, but I went for it. Ain't the first time.
chuck

Didn't even need bait on the hook. "quick, get the net. He's swimming for the boat." LOL

kenchan · 12-04-2013, 01:55 PM

battle of the chucks in texas.

kidkotic2001 · 12-04-2013, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by onzedge

Truth.

I remember not changing the blinker oil once and man did it cost me. I will never forget to change that important blinker oil.

12-03-2013, 01:41 PM	#34 (permalink)
Jordo! A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2010 Location: nirvana Posts: 6,394 Drives: 2023 NATM Rep Power: 418	In summary, the rear differential gears are lubed and serviceable, and should follow an OCI of some sort (30K for street use? 10-15k for track?), but the VLSD mechanism itself is a sealed unit within the pumpkin that is non-serviceable. 2011 Nismo#91 likes this. __________________ Enjoy it. Destroy it.

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