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Can you use 75w90 instead of 75w85 Toyota?

by Chase Collins

Can you use 75w90 instead of 75w85 Toyota?

Our answer: Yes, 75W-85 gear oil can most definitely be replaced by 75W-90.

Who makes Toyota gear oil?

In this instance Ravenol (the lubricant manufacturer) has chosen to label a gear oil as MTF. Ravenol cross references MTF-1 to Toyota part numbers that are recommended for use in the front and rear Toyota differentials (e.g. Toyota Differential Gear Oil LT GL-5 75W-85).

What is Toyota LT oil?

The Toyota Gear Oil LT 75W-85 1 L is a fully synthetic, standard OEM fill fluid used in non-limited slip applications. The letters LT are an OEM identification of the manufacturer Toyota.

Is 75W90 better than 75w85?

Yeah, 75w90 is just fine. 75w85 is just a gear lube that “supposedly” offers better fuel economy. It might in a controlled test setting, but it is quite a stretch to think it makes any difference out here in the real world.

Can I use 75W90 instead of 80W90?

Ans: 75W90 is artificial and mostly better than 80W90, but it costs more. 75W90 has a better low-temperature viscosity and is good to run all over. If you’re in a warmer zone, using 75w90 will be more suitable than 80w90 for you.

What is the best gear oil?

Best Sellers in Gear Oils

  1. #1. Quicksilver 802851Q02 High Performance SAE 90 Gear Lube.
  2. #2. Valvoline SynPower SAE 75W-140 Full Synthetic Gear Oil 1 GA.
  3. #3. Valvoline High Performance SAE 80W-90 Gear Oil 1 GA.
  4. #4. Red Line (50304) MT-90 75W-90 GL-4 Manual Transmission and Transaxle Lubricant – 1 Quart.
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Is 75w90 better than 75w85?

What is the difference between 75W 85 and 75W 90?

SAE 75w 90 has a more consistent thickness. It gets thicker when introduced to heat and thinner when exposed to the sudden drop in the temperature. On the other hand, the 75w 85 is a fully synthetic gear lubricant oil with high performance with top-notch base oils. The base oil is much lighter.

Can I use 75W 90 instead of 75w80?

Use of 75W-90 (instead of 75W-80) will make gear engagement and changes baulky, particularly in cold weather.

Can I use 80W90 instead of SAE 80?

Yes it is the same… close enough anyway. SAE 90 gear oil is equivalent to 50wt engine oil (SAE 80 = 30wt), so you could always dump that in instead if you want.