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VIKING Gearbox oil level
Question for Jan
After installing the upgraded gearbox on the Viking 130, and the first start, I noticed that at idle rpm, (1200 rpm) the sight glass indicated the right amount of oil quantity with 8 oz. Is this a good way too check the oil quantity as I have never seen it mentioned before. See photo of sight glass.
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Permalink Reply by Jan Eggenfellner on
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The sight glass at this time shows at full 5 oz, it is more a sight gauge for the clarity of the oil, not the level. You will need to ensure you fill 3 oz extra, most gear oils have a measurement on the side when pouring in. -Alissa
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Permalink Reply by Ron Simonsen on
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Jan, the photo was taken with the engine at idle rpm, the gearbox has 8 oz of oil, but appears as in the photo with the engine running. My question; is this an accurate way to verify the quality (8oz).
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