Hello

 

The gearbox in my LWB 1990 manual tt has a constant whine and at high revs can make a slightly more troubling noise.

 

so ive been told bearings on the lathe shaft however taking it apart could reveal more.

 

 

i was wondering if its cost effective to have it refurbished, keeping in mind the extent of the damage is yet unknown and how easy is it to source parts at reasonable prices as its an old gearbox?

 

alternatively try to purchase a second hand gearbox, if anyone has one laying around i'd be very interested in buying it.

 

thanks,

Matt

You would be taking a chance on a 2nd hand unit unless it has known good history however its it's just the lay shaft bearing that's gone (hence the whine) then it could be rebuilt.

You need to find a gearbox place that can strip it and inspect it for you. Refurb kits are available for bearings and synchro rings but gears are not readily available so if found to be excessively worn then a replacement gearbox is the way.

Thanks bud, there is a local company i can use to take a look at it. just wanted to weigh up the better option.

 

I will go ahead to get it looked at and hopefully rebuilt, definitely would be a pain to buy another one to then have two dodgy boxes!