I wanted to add comments and questions to two of the subjects being tossed
about recently.
regarding gear oil...
I checked my manuals and indeed 80-90wt GL-4 gear oil is called for at
least the TR6 variety of transmissions. I also checked the remainder
of what I used several months ago when I did a drain/change. I goofed!
My manual said 80-90 and listed Castrol, I grabbed Castrol at the parts
store and went to work. I now see that what I used was GL-5 rather than
GL-4. So, what is the difference and (more importantly) how bad have
I screwed up? What do I do now? Drain/change again? Repeat? Flush
with something? Start pricing replacements?...
regarding alternators...
My last posting here indicated the disgusting sounds of disintegrating
bearings coming from my alternator. I wanted to find a place to rebuild
mine since replacements appear to be "generic" rather than the various
models used in production. I found such a place locally and was very
pleased with the results. They rebuilt mine in just a few days, and even
cleaned and shined it in the process! Cost was $79 which was lower than
the mailorder replacements I priced. Locals (Atlanta) may wish to note
AllStart for future reference. I'm not sure if they are set up to
handle ship in/out work but if you wish to contact them the details follow.
(The keeper of the Brit suppliers/servicers list may want to add this.)
AllStart
3119 Marjen Rd.
Doraville, GA xxxxx
404-457-8050
This is located in NE Atlanta (just inside I285, off I85 at
Doraville/Tucker exit). They do Starter and Generator repair
and rebuild. Ask for Bruce (I didn't catch his last name, but
he speaks with a British accent, and didn't cringe when I asked
about rebuilding a Lucas unit!).
My original pointer to AllStart came from a local imports service
garage. They apparantly refer their starter/alternator work there.
My experience with a TR6 alternator was very positive. The work
appears well done and turnaround was very quick.
Joe Flake
HP Norcross, GA
flake@d311510.atl.hp.com
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