Yep, 85W90 gear lube. Takes about 2.5 quarts to fill it.
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What kind of oil does a Dana 300 transfer case take?
Yep, 85W90 gear lube. Takes about 2.5 quarts to fill it.

What gear ratio is a Dana 300?
The common gear ratio was 2.0:1 in most model 300s, although the Bronco version and the Dana 18 had the desirable 2.46:1 ratio that could be swapped into Jeep Dana 300 cases with the Dana 18’s gears, the Bronco’s sliding gear, and some know-how.
How strong is a Dana 300 transfer case?
Broken cases or other components are only very rarely seen. The 300 uses all helically cut gears. It uses a large 1.25″ intermediate shaft. The Dana 300 is strong enough from the factory to handle even the most potent engines and situations.

How do I know if my Dana 300 is a Dana 20?
The best way to tell them apart is knowing that the Dana 300 has an aluminum tailhousing for the rear output while the Dana 20’s is cast iron, and the Dana 20 has a 1-inch-deep sump in the inspection cover while the Dana 300’s is fairly smooth and flat.
What is the difference between np231 and np242?
The addition of a center differential is the main difference between the NP 242 and the NP 231 or Command Trac transfer case. Without a differential, the 231 transfer case offers only part time four wheel drive mode.
How much power can a NP231 handle?
According to New Venture Gear, the torque rating of the 231’s three-pinion gearset is 600 lb-ft, and the 241’s six-pinion set can handle up to 1,400 lb-ft.
What kind of fluid goes in a NP231 transfer case?
All Wrangler transfer cases require ATF, literally any ATF is fine with ATF+4 being a superb choice. It holds about 2 quarts.
How many quarts does a NP231 take?
It holds about 2 quarts. -When you have a choice, buy American.
Can you put ATF in a transfer case?
Transfer cases may be filled with gear oil, automatic transmission fluid (ATF), or specialty lubricants. It is important to regularly inspect the transfer case for any damage, leaks, or other concerns.
How much fluid goes in a NP231 transfer case?
It holds about 2 quarts.
Is transfer case oil the same as gear oil?
Most transfer cases are filled with an automatic transmission fluid, which is usually red in colour. Others use a thicker gear oil, and some use a specialized fluid that is specifically made just for that transfer case.
What weight oil goes in a transfer case?
All the transmission transfer case and axles use GO. = 90 weight oil to GL4 2105 specification. (Some folk ‘like’ to use 50 or 40 weight straight oil in the transmission (gearbox) and also the transfer case.).
Can I use gear oil in my transfer case?
How strong is a 231 transfer case?
1600 to 1900 ft. lbs
The standard duty OEM 231 transfer cases are capable of transferring from 1600 to 1900 ft. lbs of torque (as claimed by NVG – actual experience puts this number quite a bit higher).