Hello,
I use 80w-90 GL4 gear lube with my TR4 gearbox fitted with A type overdrive.
The overdrive clutches have run more than 80000 mls and are still working.
So from my point of view this oil is the right choice.
Chris
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jerry Barr" <jerrybarr@charter.net>
To: <fot@autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, March 17, 2005 10:40 PM
Subject: Transmission Oils
> Hello Group,
>
> I am installing a new transmission with a J type overdrive in my GT6 and
> am STILL confused about what type of lubricant to use in the
> transmission/overdrive unit. My Standard Triumph factory manual said I
> should use 80w-90 GL4 gear lube but I have heard lots of different
> recommendations. I use 40w oil in my TR3 and 20w- 50 in the non
> overdrive transmission now in the GT6 with good success. Does this
> esteemed group have any recommendations?
>
> Regards,
>
> Jerry Barr
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