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Old 04-30-2006, 03:51 AM
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Originally Posted by b3lha

On that rather limited set of data, I make the average lifespan about 58K.
Your data is good enough Phil, and probably indicative for a Standard box, standard treatment.

Many in the US have very high mileage cars with the original gearbox.

I reckon the secret is to put in the additional cooler, and change the oil once a year, whether it needs it or not.

Proper and indeed fussy care is cheaper than a rebuild every 58K

Joe
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