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Originally Posted by J57ltr
How about Lucas?
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YES.
I've used Coastal brand oil treatment, but it is thinner than the STP, by quite a bit. So I can see using the Coastal for super low drag applications. But yes any of the popular brands work, STP can be had in grocery stores usually, so this is also a matter of convenience. I use a 3cc syringe, and have fill holes in both diff cases, and the trans in my 3906. This allows me to assemble the components dry, and also it is one BILLION percent more user-friendly when rebuild time comes around. Blast everything with full strength simple green/ purple power, rinse, and DONE. Do it in your backyard and there's zero mess.
But the main advantages are adhesion, lower drag and no packing.
The key as I've stated before, is using small amounts. 1- 1.5cc in the diff cases, just for the ring and pinion (can be run while still using silicone in the cup). And no more than 3cc in the trans.
Applications will vary, but you only need your lowest gear just barely submerged. Actually it's tenacious enough that you don't even need the sling, it will spread itself out evenly no matter what.