Gl5 vs gl4

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Gl5 vs gl4

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Thought this might be of interest http://www.widman.biz/uploads/Transaxle_oil.pdf
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that is a bloody good read about the differences between GL4 and GL5 oils.. MUST READ :wink:
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I thought the same thing mate :wink: it answered my questions
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Excellent info!

For ages I knew that GL5 rated oils weren't good to use in older transmissions due to the soft metals being eaten over time, but now I know exactly why :D
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