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  1. 12-03-2008, 09:54 PM #1
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    Manual Gearbox oil?

    Hi all,

    I have a MKIV Golf 1.6L 5sp manual.
    What is the oil recommended for the gearbox?
    If it is a VW standard, what is the equivilent?

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    Motul Gear 300, Redline shockproof or Penrite SiN

    ... or probably Castrol Syntrax 75w-90. You can get it at repco.
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    Syntrax coats the bearings nicely , should feel a smoother change after around the 200ks mark.
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