Np205 OIL TYPE

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Uscombsp

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What oil is recommended in Np205 backed with SM465 manual tranny? I'm putting GL-4 in tranny but not sure about T-case. Thanks for any help.
 

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What oil is recommended in Np205 backed with SM465 manual tranny? I'm putting GL-4 in tranny but not sure about T-case. Thanks for any help.
You might check the specs for that transmission.
I am thinking that it is recommended for engine oil in the transmission, unless it is the newer over drive manual transmission, then it calls for a special lube with synchromesh additives in it.
Others with more experience and knowledge might chime in.
 

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The GM recommendation in my 1975 repair manual is to use SAE 80 or SAE 90 weight GL-5 gear oil in the NP-205, so 80-90W gear oil will work fine.

FYI - The NP-203 full time case recommendation is 10W-30 or 10W-40 engine oil, so it it is not the same.

Bruce
 

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