I think you'll like it. It does cut down on the physical wear and tear
(on the driver) considerably. I personally think it improved my gas
mileage, too, although maybe more at 65 than 75-80 (rarely find a clear
lane to go that fast around here).
Tab Julius had this to say:
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>Thanks for the info...
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>I'm probably going to go ahead, considering the amt of highway miles I do...
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>Thanks again...
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>- Tab
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>At 10:19 AM 7/17/00 -0700, Stuart MacMillan wrote:
>>The later trannies are far more durable than the early ones, so chances
>>are it is okay even without a rebuild. I suggest you have them pull the
>>layshaft and replace it if it shows only slight or moderate wear, or
>>rebuild the box if it is badly worn. Your shop should know how to do
>>this inspection, but instructions are in the Moss catalog if they don't.
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>>You won't regret the conversion, all four of mine have or will have OD.
>>Also, I highly recommend Red Line MTL synthetic oil for these boxes, a
>>far better lubricant for the pressures in a transmission than motor
>>oil. MTL stands for manual transmission lubricant, and is offers easier
>>shifting as well as improved longevity. Excellent for the syncros and
>>won't harm the OD. I've been using it for nearly 10 years in the '65,
>>with good results.
>>--
>>Stuart MacMillan
>>Seattle
>>
>>'84 Vanagon Westfalia
>>'65 MGB (Driven since 1969)
>>'74 MGB GT (Restoring)
>>
>>Assisting on Restoration:
>>'72 MGB GT (Daughter's)
>>'64 MGB (Son's)
>>
>>Parts cars:
>>'68 & '73 MGB, '67 MGB GT
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Max Heim
'66 MGB GHN3L76149
If you're near Mountain View, CA,
it's the red one with the silver bootlid.
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