2003 V6 Explorer AWD - limited slip or open?

[SgKukov]

Hey Guys,

Does anyone know off hand if all 03 V6 Explorer w/ AWD had an LSD or open diff? Or it was dependent on the factory producing them?

 

[R1dd1cK]

It all depends on if it has tow package or not. Go look at your door sticker and tell us what it says under axle.

 

[SgKukov]

it has the factory tow package with the little receiver... i thought they all had it.

I'll be home in an hour i'll check the door tag then. Thanks a lot!

 

[SgKukov]

the rear axle code is 45 which corresponds to a 3.55 Open rear diff.

Best oil recommendation to quiet the rear of my open differential? I'm guessing 75-140... any particular brand?

 

[R1dd1cK]

I dont know what fluid is the best. I do know I would be putting a ls unit in. but thats just me.

 

[Joscibo]

the rear axle code is 45 which corresponds to a 3.55 Open rear diff.

Best oil recommendation to quiet the rear of my open differential? I'm guessing 75-140... any particular brand?

Schaeffers oil has moly in it that cools better and protects the gears better than any other additive. Product # 293 semi Syn or #167 pure Syn. Go to there web site you can search for retail outlet or a rep that lives near by. You will be extremely happy with there gear oil!

 

[SgKukov]

Why switch to LSD? I rarely take the explo off roading and during the last 2 bad storms we had in CT i was out driving and NEVER lost traction... i was very impressed with how the car handled in the snow, with all season tires no less.

Thanks for the recommendation Joscibo, im checking this stuff out now