How to lubricate the rear axel

1970 PONTIAC GTO
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CAMARA
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I'm completing an overhaul of the car. This rebuild will not be used for racing purposes, only for show and sunday drives.
I want to properly lubricate the rear axle. What brand/specs of lubricants and servicing processes do you recommend?

Sep 4, 2011 at 9:50 AM
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Do you have a standard diff or a LSD fitted?
Sep 4, 2011 at 12:53 PM
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CAMARA
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A standard one I think. I've got a "normal" gto with a three-speed gearbox.
Sep 5, 2011 at 10:06 AM
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If you have a standard diff,(you can turn one wheel when it is jacked up off the ground) use 80W-90 gear oil, there is nothing else you need to worry about.
Sep 5, 2011 at 10:46 AM
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Ok. Thanks a lot!
Sep 5, 2011 at 11:45 AM
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