Matt
Per Penrite's Lubrication Recommendation Sheet for Spits, GT6, Herald,
Vitesse & Bond
The Rear ends should be using Hypoid 80W/90. Not straight gear oil.
Please advise if you would like a Penrite brochure packet with your mailing
address and I will include the above mentioned sheet.
GL5 eats away the copper and brass parts. From what I hear, it's more of a
problem with the diff, you can *probably* get away with it in the
transmission
(unless you have overdrive).
But why risk it? I was able to find GL4 on the shelf at our local NAPA
store. At
the very least, they can pr
Wow Guys,
Now I am down to the Driveshaft. Appears a nonstandard shaft is in place.
Although it fits and must have been on a GT6+ OD at some point it is not what
should be there. I am told that it appears to be altered and may be the
source of the rumble and also may have ruined the diff. I
Fellow Listers;
What type of gear oil are we supposed to use in the diff and trans of our
Spits? I've heard that GL 4 is the way to go, however I can't seem to find it
at any of my local auto parts stores. All I can locate is GL 5. Any help
would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Matt
Has anyone used the Longflo air cleaners from Vicky Brit? I bought a
pair because they were cheaper than K&N. They don't look very efficient.
I've noticed some new brands lately that are similar to K&N but cost
even more. It makes paper attractive but I can't find them to fit HS4's
or Weber DCO
The sole purpose of the regulator is to maintain the proper fuel pressure to
the carb(s). So for it to wormk, it must be installed between the pump and
the carb(s). If after installing the regulator, you are obtaining much
better mileage, my guess is that it is due to the elimination of a loss of
It has been a while since i've posted from the land of 10,000 lakes. This
summer has been busy and I can't believe it is July already. What happens to
the summer when you're an adult now?
1. Got the ragtop installed by Dick & Ricks. For $300 they did an amazing,
smooth job. They pop-riveted th
