I ran 90w Hypo Gear oil in both the rear end and the all synchro 4
speed here in Seattle. Durring the winter, I just had to let it idle a
bit to warm up the oil in the tranny when it was real cold, like 15-20
degrees F. Tranny was very smooth and quiet, as was the rear end.
Rich
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>From: Jarrid Gross[SMTP:GROSS(at)unit.com]
>Sent: Wednesday, November 27, 1996 11:08 AM
>To: 'alpine clan'; RPowers458
>Subject: RE: gear lube and tires
>
>
>Ron and Alpines,
>
>Ron wrote,
>
>>what is the proper weight/type of gear lube for a 4 speed manual
>transmission
>>and rear end for a 66' 1725 cc series V alpine ?
>>also, what is the highest profile tire commonly used on alpines without
>>modifying the original steel factory wheels ? 175/70sr13's are what i have
>>now but would like something a little higher so i wouldn't see so much
>wheel
>>well, if you get my drift. any info is appreciated.
>
>
>
>I use 40 weight single vis oil. If you live in a cold environment, use 30
>weight.
>If the trans in noisy use 50 weight. Do not use gear oil or viscosities
>beyond 50 wt.
>Also I have heard a lot of problems and whine when using multi vis oils.
>
>If it is an overdrive, use only what your manual recomends and pay no
>attention to the above.
>
>I once used 175/80R13s, and the wells were pretty well filled, although the
>car didnt handle too well. This tire could also be used as a poormans
>overdrive.
>
>
>
>
>Jarrid Gross
>SII EFI
>
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