Correct gear oil for Renaults?

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Mon 2 Apr 2007 22:35
Correct gear oil for Renaults? - BobG
I want to change the gear oil on my wife's Kangoo ( doggie waggon) at about 30k to ensue maximum life but am uncertain about what to put in. Renault specify only Elf TRJ 75-80 for gearboxes with brass snychro rings. Can I use a good synthetic oil? I have used Ovoline Evolution synthetic on my Land-Rover with very good results. I notice that Castrol also suggest a synthetic. Any ideas out there?
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Tue 3 Apr 2007 21:21
Correct gear oil for Renaults? - Ian D
go to www.opieoils.co.uk , click on Performance Lubricants and then on Recommend me an Oil. Within a day or so you will get a meaningful response from a reputable company ) I am nothing to do with them, just a satisfied customer!
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Tue 3 Apr 2007 21:48
Correct gear oil for Renaults? - Aprilia
Ideally should be a synthetic. Elf TRJ 75W-80 or equive. i.e. Motul 75W-80. You could try Castrol SMX-S 75W-85, but it is a little thick for your box and may lead to baulky cold shifts.
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Wed 4 Apr 2007 12:53
Correct gear oil for Renaults? - BobG
Thanks, I'll stick with Elf - I can get a good price on 5l.
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