You wrote:
>
> I know this is probably a dumb question, but my manual states
that I
> should use 30W Hypoid Oil in the transmission. The only "Hypoid"
oil I
> can find in the stores is 85/90W. Someone once told me to use
regular
> 30W motor oil. I tried this and the gearbox soon disintegrated,
> leading to the purchase of an all syncro tranny. (Probably a
blessing
> is disguise) I am past due for another oil change, but I am
hesitant
> to use the 30W motor oil. Does anyone have any suggestions?
>
>
Use a gear oil (85/90 etc) in the tranny unless its an o/drive unit, in
which case you must use engine oil. Ive been using 20/50 in my box with
o/drive for 10 years with no problems. Cant really believe that 30 wt
caused the entire problem. Be sure to keep it full.
John
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