2010 Kawasaki Brute Force | Front Diff | 45 miles

[CarbonSteel]

Here is the UOA from the front differential after 10 hours | 45 miles. This is the factory fill (Kawasaki 10w-40 engine oil) and it seems like I may have a problem with the front differential. In this report Blackstone states there may not be a problem, but when they tested the rear differential and compared, they now believe there may be a problem.

I refilled the differential with Kawasaki 10w-40 again, but the next fill will be with Rotella. I will have to keep any eye on this, but I have a 5 year warranty so it will be Kawasaki's problem if something goes dreadfully awry.

Thoughts are always welcome.

 

[SubLGT]

Is this an open diff? Limited slip? Locker?

 

[benjamming]

Blackstone's comments are for entertainment value only. If you really think there may be an issue get an expert, e.g. Terry Dyson, to evaluate the UOAs for you.

 

[CarbonSteel]

Originally Posted By: SubLGT
Is this an open diff? Limited slip? Locker?

I believe it is a selectable locker. There is a lever that can be pulled if one or the other wheel starts slipping and it forces both to engage.

 

[Jjones]

I believe it uses a clutch system to progressively lock the two wheels together based on how far you pull in the yellow lever. I have an 07 but never had it apart. The rear end has a wet brake built into it.