Diff and gearbox

[IS200_758]

Hey guys i have my manual 2001 lexus is200 and looking into doing a gearbox and differential flush but i want know the grade of oil for them. The advice would be appreciated. Also i live in a tropical climate i dont know if this will affect it.Also any recommended brands?

Thanks for the help in advance.

[ColinBarber]

The manual transmission requires 1.8 litres of 75W-90 API GL-3 oil. I've used Redline MT90 oil before in manual gearboxes to improve shifting.

The diff needs 1.05 litres for non-LSD or 1.0 litres for LSD of SAE 90 API GL-5. If using a synthetic oil, such as Redline, and you have an LSD then make sure you get one that is compatible. SAE 80W-90 is only required for climates that drop below 0 degrees Celsius. 

 

[IS200_758]

okay thanks alot 

[IS200_758]

does the 3s and lgfe use the same flywheel?

 

[ColinBarber]

No, flywheel is different. I think they have different bolt patterns (6 on IG-FE and 8 on 3S-GE).

 

[IS200_758]

oh okay i see

 

 

[IS200_758]

which would be better  japspeed or cobra sport  exhaust systems 

 

 

[ColinBarber]

I guess it depends what you are looking for. Use the search facility, both have been people on these forums - Japspeed seems to get good comments.

HKS would be the best option but their exhausts are expensive.