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Gearbox oil
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24 Jul 2012 21:13 #44858
by facade
If it suddenly breaks, go back to the last thing that you did before it broke and start looking there
Replied by facade on topic Re: Gearbox oil
I used the Comma SX75w90 GL4 semi synthetic oil.
The trick is getting it in, I bought a 500ml oil syringe from Machine Mart to do the job.
Do remove the filler bung first, in case it is stuck, also lets the oil drain out easier if air can get in faster.
Smear thread sealant on the drain plug threads before fitting or it will drip Stag/Heamatite will do if you haven't got the proper stuff.
The GL5 additives eat away at the bronze bushes, this used to be a problem, but I think the GL5 additives changed to prevent it. I stick to GL4 to be on the safe side.
The trick is getting it in, I bought a 500ml oil syringe from Machine Mart to do the job.
Do remove the filler bung first, in case it is stuck, also lets the oil drain out easier if air can get in faster.
Smear thread sealant on the drain plug threads before fitting or it will drip Stag/Heamatite will do if you haven't got the proper stuff.
The GL5 additives eat away at the bronze bushes, this used to be a problem, but I think the GL5 additives changed to prevent it. I stick to GL4 to be on the safe side.
If it suddenly breaks, go back to the last thing that you did before it broke and start looking there
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