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Hi, does anyone know if it's ok to replace gearoil with motor oil ( 20/50) in Austin A30 gearbox? My car has gearoil in gearbox at moment, but engine oil is recommended. Dave Barnes
 
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Every British car I have owned has had whatever the manual suggests. Is there a reason the heavier gear oil was put in in the first place? Might be hiding noise. Replace as you can, but if noisy may have to go back.
 
LarryK said:
Every British car I have owned has had whatever the manual suggests. Is there a reason the heavier gear oil was put in in the first place? Might be hiding noise. Replace as you can, but if noisy may have to go back.
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Thanks Larry, that's good advice. I acquired the car in January this year, gearbox had gear oil in it, but engine oil ( 20/50 ) is recommended. Kind regards Dave
 
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