Hey Stuart, the OD has a friction clutch as a major component. That changes the
equation. Bill is not attacking Redline. John
Stuart MacMillan wrote:
> Poppycock!! You can't blame Red Line for a failed transmission,
> something else was wrong with that box, perhaps even its basic design.
> If you want a heavier oil use Red Line MT-90 for racing.
>
> High quality synthetic oils are much more consistent in composition than
> mineral oils, and have a higher percentage of the good long molecular
> chains that provide superior lubrication. Combine that with an equally
> high quality additive package and you cannot do better. I'll never use
> anything else in my gearboxes, no matter what the application!
>
> WSpohn4@aol.com wrote:
> >
> > In a message dated 17/07/00 3:50:09 PM Pacific Daylight Time,
> > owner-mgs-digest@autox.team.net writes:
> >
> > > 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.
> >
> > Unless you race! In which case it can trash it within 30 minutes! Beware.
> >
> > Bill Spohn
>
> --
> Stuart MacMillan
> Seattle
>
> '84 Vanagon Westy (Escape vehicle)
> '65 MGB (Daily driver since 1969)
> '74 MGB GT (Undergoing restoration)
>
> Assisting in restoration:
> '72 MGB GT (Daughter)
> '64 MGB (Son)
>
> Parts cars:
> '68 & 73 MGB, '67 MGB GT
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