In a message dated 03/10/2000 7:55:21 PM Eastern Standard Time,
IfixMGs@aol.com writes:
<< The distinctive smell of EP gear lube is a combination of the
manufacturing
process of long-chain polymer friction modifiers, high sulphur content, and
phospor based additives. Long chains being hacked to pieces under tons of
pressure per square inch give off an odor reminiscent of melted plastic.
When
exposed to a normally acidic environment, rich in sulphur and phospor, the
stench gets downright unpleasant. The remaining odor-additives are a secret
blend of exotic sawdust, Old Spice, case-hardened peanut butter, and
eleven
herbs and spices..... Mark Childers >>
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I think there's an answer in there somewhere. Just don't let your cat mark
its territory in your gearbox while you are rebuilding.
Allen Hefner
Philly Region SCCA Rally Steward
'77 Midget
'92 Mitsubishi Expo LRV Sport
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