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by Olds88
Wed Sep 23, 2015 4:26 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: GL4 vs GL5 and 2nd gen vibe
Replies: 5
Views: 4801

Re: GL4 vs GL5 and 2nd gen vibe

I Noticed when I search the applications in Redline's website that 2009 Matrix with C59 5sp calls for MTL 75W80 GL4, however 2009 Vibe with C59 or E351 (for 2.4) calls for the 75W90NS GL5. It seems that something ain't right here? I am thinking I will go with the Matrix spec. unless anyone cares to ...
by Olds88
Wed Sep 23, 2015 9:03 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: GL4 vs GL5 and 2nd gen vibe
Replies: 5
Views: 4801

Re: GL4 vs GL5 and 2nd gen vibe

I may have made a mistake-redline may not classify this as "gear oil" the label says its gl5 rated for manual transmissions. But I haven't heard of many using this fluid. Is there a risk in putting the gl4 MT fluid in a vibe 5spd specd for Gl5
by Olds88
Wed Sep 23, 2015 8:50 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: GL4 vs GL5 and 2nd gen vibe
Replies: 5
Views: 4801

GL4 vs GL5 and 2nd gen vibe

I know this has been discussed a bit here and other places. My owners manual for 2009 1.8 5sp vibe calls for GL5. I have been thinking about using redline 58304 75w90 NS gear oil
Anybody got concerns or input on this? I know gl5 can cause problems but it seems to be specd for the 09
by Olds88
Mon Nov 03, 2014 3:17 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Temro Block heater Installation Questions
Replies: 9
Views: 2195

Temro Block heater Installation Questions

Hello, Picked up the Phillips & Temro Cassette style block heater (pn #3100129) last winter, but never found the time to install. It appeared to be an easy install from reading other posts, however I can't seem to find the clearance to insert into the block. I've taken the air cleaner box off, b...