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MGB Gearbox Oil

Last post 08-04-2009, 12:40 PM by motorbill66. 2 replies.
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  •  07-31-2009, 6:39 PM 20478

    MGB Gearbox Oil

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    MOSS &/or Forum
    Can I use synthetic engine oil in the gearbox of my 1964 MGB; it was rebuilt <1000 miles ago? If so, what grade?
    Advice would be greatly appreciated.
    Roger Johnson
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  •  08-02-2009, 12:03 PM 20501 in reply to 20478

    Re: MGB Gearbox Oil

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    Always have used 30wt nondetergent oil in box.The nondet because syncros work bettter with it.Was factory spec.back in 60s and 70s? RJM

  •  08-04-2009, 12:40 PM 20531 in reply to 20478

    Re: MGB Gearbox Oil

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    raj,

    Keep synthetic oil out of your gearbox unless you'd like to see what it's like to drive with no synchromesh!!

    Motorbill
    From Lola to Land Rover, If it's British and has wheels, it's likely I've bloodied me knuckles thereupon