Hi all,
I have a 1974 MGB GT (last of the chrome bumbers) and could use a recomendation as to what oil I should use in the engine and gear box.
As I understand, the gear box takes normal engine oil ?
Help me before I make a dreadful mistake !
Many thanks for your time. Neil.
Use same grade of engine oil for both the engine and gearbox.
Exact grade will vary according to your season Winter north Canada / Central Australia etc. Where are you?
Use an EP hypoid grade 80/85/90 for the rear axle.
Cheers Ian F
You are right, the gearbox does use engine oil. If I remember correctly the hand book recommendation was 20W-50 oil for both.
Thanks for the replies.
A closer check of my haynes manual does suggest 20W/50 for both engine and gearbox.
I think I'll have a go at checking the rear axle ...
Thanks again. Neil
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