TOPIC: Transmission Oil

Transmission Oil 04 Apr 2018 05:40 #1

DJB Topic Author Offline Junior Member Posts: 24 Thank you received: 4	I am about to change the transmission oil in both Commando's (71 and 72). I would like to go to a synthetic type as I hear they have the ability to really permeate parts. Any thoughts on type, brand etc.? Thanks Dan Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Transmission Oil 05 Apr 2018 06:58 #2

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I have a few thousand miles on REDLINE SHOCKPROOF (think that's how its labelled) smooth shifting so far. RPM (old ARMORY on Dover/Rollinsford line where you had the magic bus) sells it. i used it for years in my Road King with no probs. I even spoke to a tech guy from REDLINE and was told this was suitable for NORTONS (yes i know he would be biased but so is everyone when it comes to fluids!!). Plus it's RED (or closer to pink). anyway your inquiry should generate some action here - maybe??

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Transmission Oil 05 Apr 2018 11:54 #3

gocommando Offline Senior Member Posts: 42 Thank you received: 12	just thinking...back in the day ('76) i used CASTROL products as spec'd in manual...think the gearbox was EP-90. Had 14k on my '75 when i sold it. continued using CASTROL products in my Moto Guzzi . had 65+k when i sold that - no issues. a lot more choices now (dyno - synthetic etc) Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Transmission Oil 07 Apr 2018 06:19 #4

PMellin Offline New Member 603 361 1497 Posts: 11 Thank you received: 5	I've used Redline ShockProof the last couple years, Shifts smooth looked good after change. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Transmission Oil 08 Apr 2018 10:30 #5

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Since the late 90's I have changed to 75W-90 synthetic.
It is available as Mobil 1 and Valvoline SYNpower. They is likely no difference.
The change from my earlier choice was dramatic, especially in very cold gear changes.
Other brands of similar specification are probably fine also.
Usually available at NAPA...

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Transmission Oil 08 Apr 2018 20:16 #6

DJB Topic Author Offline Junior Member Posts: 24 Thank you received: 4	Thanks Dave, Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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