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I searched but didnt find any install tips for the mag hytec cover, but If I missed the thread forgive me but I tried :lol:

 

Anyway, My mag hytec diff cover is due to arrive this week so I have a couple questions for those that have them. First, I know it comes with an o-ring seal...but was that suffcient to prevent leaks?....need any RTV at all?

 

Basically any tips/links or install advice will be greatly appreciated :D

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The O-ring is all you need. It seals great. Do not use any sealent. I also have the Mag-Hytec trans pan that uses the O-ring as well.

 

If you fill to the mark on the dip-stick you will over fill. I called Mag-Hytec and they said extensive testing showed that the factory level was insuficient for a long lasting gear set and that they had best results with the higher gear oil level. I have been running it like this for over a year towing a camper in the summer and have had NO trouble.

 

Have a good one,

 

Don

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The O-ring is all you need. It seals great. Do not use any sealent. I also have the Mag-Hytec trans pan that uses the O-ring as well.

 

If you fill to the mark on the dip-stick you will over fill. I called Mag-Hytec and they said extensive testing showed that the factory level was insuficient for a long lasting gear set and that they had best results with the higher gear oil level. I have been running it like this for over a year towing a camper in the summer and have had NO trouble.

 

Have a good one,

 

Don

 

Thanks Don,

 

Im confused....dont fill to the dipstick level mark...and dont fill to factory specs...so what do I fill too?

 

Its the 10 bolt so how much gear oil do I need to buy/fill?

dlstewart01 Senior Enthusiast

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The dip stick has 2 marks on it. You get the oil level between these marks. That will be about 1/2 inch above stock level. Thats what I am running now. There is a small plug about half way up the cover. If you fill to this hole , that will be the stock level. The directions are fairly clear. I called Mag-Hytec and they recommend to fill to the marks on the dip stick. I think its about 3 1/2 quarts.

 

I think you are worrying too much. You will see what I am talking about when you get the cover and directions.

 

Have a good one,

 

Don

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The dip stick has 2 marks on it. You get the oil level between these marks. That will be about 1/2 inch above stock level. Thats what I am running now. There is a small plug about half way up the cover. If you fill to this hole , that will be the stock level. The directions are fairly clear. I called Mag-Hytec and they recommend to fill to the marks on the dip stick. I think its about 3 1/2 quarts.

 

I think you are worrying too much. You will see what I am talking about when you get the cover and directions.

 

Have a good one,

 

Don

 

Thanks for this thread, I have been looking at both covers for towing enclosed trailer and with a camper in bed also. the trans cover comes tapped for a temp sensor which i would like to have. I just have to get over their price and buy them. It would be really nice if the trans cover had a quick change cover on the bottom to remove the filter without taking the gear selector mount off and the heat shield. What a pain.

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yep... all you need is the o-ring. I have both covers and they both work great. However, i think my larger transmission cooler helped WAY more in keeping my trans cool than the cover did. All the trans cover does it hold more fluid, i didn't see any temperature drops after i installed it.

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I think you are worrying too much. You will see what I am talking about when you get the cover and directions.

 

Have a good one,

 

Don

Thanks Don, Its suppose to be delivered this week so I will read the instructions then and compare to your notes...I just like getting real world advice from members like yourself that have done the install. Plus syn gear lube aint cheap so I wanted to buy the right amount and not too much :D

 

 

appreciate the help

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