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Gear oil is more viscous (thicker) and has different additives in it.
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What is a difference between gear oil and the motor oil?
Gear oil is normally a much heavier oil.
Is there a difference between gear oil and crancase oil?
Yes, gear oil is normally much heavier and is non-detergent.
Is there a difference between engine oil and motor oil?
no
What is the difference between motorcycle oil and regular motor oil?
Automotive oil is formulated as a engine crankcase oil and Motorcycle oil is formulated three jobs a crankcase oil, a transmission-gear oil, and a wet clutch oil.
What is the Difference between 10w40 motor oil and 80w gear oil?
Viscosity and additives.
What kind of gear oil should be used in mini motorcycles?
For stroke engine bikes use the engine oil as gear oil. In case of a two stroke engine you can use regular 80 W / 90 gear oil.
Whats the Difference between refrigeration oil and engine oil?
it's lubricating properties
Can you use gear oil in engine?
if it is a petrol engine then no
Main difference between hydraulic and lubricating oil?
engine oil is thick than hydraulic oil
How often do you change the gear oil not the engine oil on a 150cc scooter?
i am trying to fiind out how often do you change the gear case oil on a 150cc scooter, i dont want to know about the engine oil just the gear case oil
Difference between astm oil no1 and astm oil no 3?
Can fuel oil be used in a deisel engine?
What is the difference between gear oil and motor oil?
Engine oil, compared to gear oil, usually has lower viscosity when cold. It contains more detergent additive. It requires higher temperatures to burn. It is designed to protect engines from damage caused by solids and acids formed in combustion. Gear oils usually have more additives to prevent wear at extreme pressures. Gear oils are often available in formulations for compatibility with specific types of seals and clutches.
