Topic: 600wt. gear oil OK for '40 trans & rear axle?


Carcheologist    -- 05-06-2022 @ 3:32 PM
  Would I be correct to assume that the '40 Ford transmission and rear axle used the 600wt. gear oil? What other options would also work, if any. I know that GL4 gear lubes should be used for transmissions with bronze synchros, so I am staying away from all GL5 lubricants for that reason. Appreciate any feedback.



carcrazy    -- 05-06-2022 @ 10:04 PM
  The 1940 Ford Owner's Manual (Reference Book) states the following:
For the transmission use Gear Oil - S.A.E. 90 in the winter and S.A.E 140 in the summer
For the rear axle use Mild Extreme Pressure Gear Oil - S.A.E. 90 in the winter and S.A.E. 140 in the summer

I use S.A.E. 90 oils in both year round. For the transmission I use A.P.I. GL-1 Gear Oil. For the spiral bevel rear axle I use A.P.I. GL-4 Gear Oil.


Carcheologist    -- 05-07-2022 @ 7:14 AM
  carcrazy,
Thanks for your reply. I thought I read that somewhere, but wanted to be sure.
Happy motoring!


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