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API system - Transmission oils
API system - Transmission oilsIn its Publicaiton 1560 issued in January 1966, API stated a classification system for transmission oils with the following classification depending on the operating conditions of the oils. If any lubricant is suitable for more than one of the following classes, this will ...
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API system - Engine oils
API system - Engine oilsThe official API text states the following for engine oils for use in both diesel and petrol engines:Diesel enginesCA, CBThese are older quality designations which are no longer valid, and no detailed description of these qualities are given here.CCTypical for aspirated engines ...
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API system - Engine oils
API system - Engine oilsAPI (the American Petroleum Institute) originally divided engine oils up to Regular, Premium and HD oils. Regular indicated a straight mineral oil, Premium indicated that the oil contained a certain amount of protective additives and HD meant that the oil also contained a certain ...
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Oil for vehicle
Oil for vehicleGeneralIt is important both technically and economically to select the correct oil for each particular purpose. The demands made on the right type of lubricating oil are not merely dependent on the part of the vehicle where the oil is to be used but also on design and operating conditions. ...
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The oil suitable for rear axles of Volvo
The oil suitable for rear axles of VolvoOil to quality GL-5 (even called MIL-l2105B or C).Volvo real axles, with highly loaded hypoid gears or those axles with hub reduction must have oil to GL-5 quality.
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The oil suitable for automatic transmissions, power steering of Volvo
The oil suitable for automatic transmissions, power steering of VolvoTrucks fitted with Volvo automatic transmissions require ATF quality Dexron II D to facilitate smooth gear changing.Very great demands are made on oil for automatic transmission and power steering installations. The oil must have a ...
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The oil suitable for manual transmissions of Volvo
The oil suitable for manual transmissions of VolvoThe only oil recommended for Volvo manufactured transmissions is that which has quality GL-1.The teeth in the Volvo transmissions are so dimensioned that there is no need for any additives of sulphur or phosphor.The judgement being therefore that there ...
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Putting the simple back into viscosity
Putting the simple back into viscosity Written by John Sander References 1) SAE J300 "Engine Oil Viscosity Classification", Society of Automotive Engineers, Warrendale, Pa., 2009. 2) SAE J306 "Automotive Gear Lubricant Viscosity Classification", Society of Automotive Engineers, Warrendale, Pa., 2005. ...
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Putting the simple back into viscosity
Putting the simple back into viscosityWritten by John SanderConclusionLubricant viscosity or consistency is a physical measurement of a lubricant's internal resistance to flow. It can truly affect how the lubricant will function in a piece of equipment. Fortunately, organizations like ASTM, SAE, AGMA, ...
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Putting the simple back into viscosity
Putting the simple back into viscosityWritten by John SanderRecent TrendsFluid LubricantsBecause of its large volume and importance to so many consumers, the engine oil market drives many new trends that occur within the lubricant industry. Today, articles are being written discussing the possible demise ...
