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Subject:Re: starting engine w/out tranny fluid
From:David Brodbeck
Date:Fri, 19 Mar 2004 14:49:32 -0500

On Fri, 19 Mar 2004, Jake Beaulieu wrote:

> Question:  Will I harm the tranny (manual 4 speed 091) if I start the
> engine without fluid in the tranny?  Of course I will keep it in
> neutral.

I wouldn't chance it.  What will lubricate the mainshaft in the
transmission?  It'll be spinning as long as the clutch is engaged.

David Brodbeck, N8SRE
'82 Volkswagen Diesel Westfalia
'86 Volvo 240DL wagon