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Old 27 April 2008, 10:48 PM
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hi all ive got a slight crunch in 3rd on my 94 classic ive bin told its most likely the synchro but also read some peoples cured this by a oil change can anyone recommend me some please the oil in it looks clean but as ive not long had the car i dont know if its fully or semi
Old 27 April 2008, 10:53 PM
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I was recommended silkolene silktran 75w90
Old 27 April 2008, 11:03 PM
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thanks for your advice what amount will i need?
Old 27 April 2008, 11:52 PM
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Castrol Syntrax Universal 75w-90 about 4 lts I think.
Castrol Syntrax Universal 75w-90 semi-synthetic gear oil
Old 28 April 2008, 12:15 AM
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cool thanks will give this a try see if it cures anything with any luck
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Originally Posted by Merv
Castrol Syntrax Universal 75w-90 about 4 lts I think.
Castrol Syntrax Universal 75w-90 semi-synthetic gear oil
This is the correct oil for your car + it has an addative in it for the baulk rings, so it could help your problem.

It will take 3.5ltrs on a drain & refill.

Phil
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Castrol Syntrax all the way :-)

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Old 28 April 2008, 06:51 PM
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cheers chaps its on order didnt realise its so bloody expensive but sounds of it its worth it
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