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From: mcb@hpfclo.UUCP (mcb)
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Subject: Re: Orphaned Response
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Date: Tue, 15-Jan-85 18:17:00 EST
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Posted: Tue Jan 15 18:17:00 1985
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Nf-From: hpfclo!mcb    Jan 18 15:17:00 1985

Re: tranny oils

	A buddy of mine at work has a '79 Volvo 242 with a 4 speed/overdrive
	tranny.  I had some AMSOIL gear oil (SAE 85) that we were going to
	put in.  Took out the filler hole plug and - surprise! - the oil
	that was in it was red:  automatic transmission fluid.  This is in
	a *manual* transmission.  Hummm...  I personally have my doubts about
	the lubricating ability of this for standard bearings.

	I also know someone who owns a '46 Willys Jeep that he uses SAE 140
	weight gear grease in the transmission - I also have my doubts on how
	much that will buy you in terms of extended life.  But hey, can save
	you the price of a health club membership :-)

	The AMSOIL gear oil works great - especially in cold weather.  I
	recommend it.  About $25.00 for 1 gallon.  You'll only need half.

Mike Berry, [ihnp4|hplabs]!hpfcla!mcb