Vintage Snapper

Stykman

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I purchased a 1981 Snapper High-Vac push mower several years ago. I have Just now started to restore it. The gear box for the self-propel is dry, but moves freely. I have torn it down and cleaned all the parts. Getting ready to reassemble, but I just don't know what lubricant to use to fill the gearbox. Do I use Motor oil or Gear lube?
 

wingless

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Welcome to the forum.

My 21" Snapper has been a solid performer since I got it new in 1985. There are a few parts remaining from the original machine.

Follow the instructions. That grease must be added to the level where manually moving the machine shows grease pumping over the gears.
 

slomo

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Got to tractor supply. They have the 00 grade grease for $5 a quart.

On these transmissions, I open them up and wash out with Diesel. Nearly all the mowers I have owned have been dry.

slomo
 
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