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Differential Cover Low Plug Or High Plug

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by Dauntless1971, Aug 22, 2017.

  1. Aug 22, 2017
    Dauntless1971

    Dauntless1971 Member

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    So I picked up a Dana 30 differential cover for my damaged 27 cover. This one that I got has a higher fill plug then the one on my 30 axle but same as my 27 installed in my 71 now. It can't be too big of difference, but I wonder which is more appropriate.
     
  2. Aug 22, 2017
    colojeepguy

    colojeepguy Colorado Springs

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    I'm confused, is this going on a 27 or a 30?
     
  3. Aug 22, 2017
    Dauntless1971

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    I was told that the 30 could be used on a 27. I was going to install on a 27. I now see 30's with either a high or low plug. I have two 27's and two 30's seems each has a high and a low.
     
  4. Aug 22, 2017
    Dauntless1971

    Dauntless1971 Member

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    So if I use the high port on a Dana 30 I should fill to one inch below the hole I guess.
    Correct me if I am wrong.
     
  5. Aug 23, 2017
    Focker

    Focker That's a terrible idea...What time? Staff Member

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    Do you have a vent tube?

    I'm not an expert in this area, but I would think as long as you have a vent tube, fill it up until it weeps through the plug.
     
  6. Aug 23, 2017
    sterlclan

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    I tend to run mine a little over full I like knowing everything is getting oiled.a higher plug would be nice.
     
  7. Aug 25, 2017
    Jrobz23

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    How low is the low plug? Some covers have drain plugs. My D30 cover has one (aftermarket), I love that feature.
     
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