Gearbox growling

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ssnjimb
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Gearbox growling

Post by ssnjimb »

Hello Folks.

I have decided to let my old box soldier on.

The input bearings are shot amongst other things.

Can i put an additive in there to quieten it a little.

I cannot afford another gearbox at the present time as i need to replace the kingpin on the passenger side and get some more welding done next week.

James
I own a 1974 MG Midget 1275 in Teal Blue "Midget" is what we call him and he is in very good to excellant condition "midget" is a Chrome bumper/Round Wheel arch model.
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Post by pfgiz »

My old box ran a lot smoother with some 'molly slip for gear boxes' in it. You could also find that a good flush through and change of oil works wonders too. May give you the extra time you need to source a decent replacement.
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Post by ssnjimb »

I wonder if bluey will mind having molly in his gearbox :)
I own a 1974 MG Midget 1275 in Teal Blue "Midget" is what we call him and he is in very good to excellant condition "midget" is a Chrome bumper/Round Wheel arch model.
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Post by bmcecosse »

I wouldn't waste money on any additive - just make sure there is oil in there - and it willlast a long long time.
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Post by rayofleamington »

I'd save the cost of the additive and put it towards another box!
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Post by mike.perry »

I think I've got some in the garage, it came free with something.
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