Anyone know what oil to use in a 84' Gyro?

chevyguyjay · Post by **chevyguyjay** » Fri Jul 20, 2007 10:36 pm

well, i almost have the 84 gyro done. engine all new. now, my question. on the gyro engine, theres a gear/ clutch box. it has a drain plug. i am CLUELESS in to what oil goes in there? there are 2 sets of clutches inside. i figured someone out here would know. any info would help.

Kenny_McCormic · Post by **Kenny_McCormic** » Fri Jul 20, 2007 11:24 pm

im assuming plain old 30 weight motor oil

edoggdoremus · Post by **edoggdoremus** » Sat Jul 21, 2007 5:03 pm

sae 10w-40

mousewheels · Post by **mousewheels** » Mon Jul 23, 2007 11:44 pm

Yes - from the Gyro service manual - 10w-30 or 10w-40 depending upon temperature. But do be careful about what oil is placed into your transmission. Do a search on 'wet clutch oil' and you will not want take a chance on automobile engine oil. I got mine at the motorcycle shop, labeled as ok for wet clutches. Was expensive at about $6 per quart but the Gyro is only about 7oz per fill.

chevyguyjay · Post by **chevyguyjay** » Tue Jul 24, 2007 2:41 am

thanks man!!

finally..... i can get the oil.