Redline also makes a gear oil that is less slippery, MTL-NS that I believe is
intended for older brass synchro boxes. Might be a better choice. John
Jerry Causey wrote:
> MT-90 is probably the preferred Redline product for a B.
>
> http://www.redlineoil.com/gearoil.htm
>
> http://www-pal.usc.edu/~jan/vw/Transmission/tranny.lube
>
> Regards,
> Jerry
>
> > I'm not entirely sure, but the use of Redline MTL might not be
> > compatible with the overdrive since the overdrive relies on friction of
> > a cone shaped clutch to stay engaged. If the Redline oil is to
> > slippery, it might cause the overdrive to slip when it's engaged. I'd
> > check with others on the list to see if they have successfully used this
> > in their trannies.
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