VW GOLF MK1. HOW TO CHANGE GEAR /TRANSMISSION OIL, AND TOP UPS (TIPS)

[@pjs-golfmk1-diy]

Hi guys around 2.19 mins into the video, I made an error saying the filler nut is a 17 inch, instead of 17mm nut.. My apologies..Thanks

[@KFM197]

Hi pj can you please tell me what is the best oil for the the gearbox

[@pjs-golfmk1-diy]

@KFM197 Castrol brand is what I use

[@mfc4591]

Thanks for this. I conveniently have a 17mm Allen key to remove the filler and drain plug. I have fulfilled with 80w90 gl4 oil and the gearbox took 2 litres. Unfortunately the owners manual does not give the above info which I fpuld put from research AND much reading.

[@stevenharpervw]

Pj, can you do a video on changing the gearbox cup seals ( output shaft seals)

[@kent_reynecke_mk1283]

Thank you so much for this video . I was just as confused as my MECHANIC and did waste a few Rands . So thanks alot . 🙏

[@pjs-golfmk1-diy]

It is a pleasure to have helped. Thank you for subscribing

[@sibusisomngoma7609]

Any issues with topping up on that little "breather" pipe with black lid, right next to clutch cable (0:05)?

[@romecantpaint3748]

You will wet your Flywheel and Possibly develop a Slip

[@lindankomo9501]

what brand or spec gear oil would you recommend of the VW MK1? and at what intervals are you supposed to change the gear oil?

[@pjs-golfmk1-diy]

Hi There. There are various brands, but just ensure its EP 90 Gear oil... With regard to the intervals, the vw mk1 manuals says never to change gear oil, unless you topping up. Many Fellow Golfers will disagree with this, and say every 50 000 .kms.,.. But if you hearing strange noises, grinding, difficulty selecting gears, have it checked out. You may be low on Gear oil. Hope that helps you. Kindly Subscribe and share..

[@theboy_Jippy]

The fact that I've been hearing some sort of tapping/knocking sound FROM that side of the Gearbox I'm starting to believe I'm running low. Thanks alot for this​@@pjs-golfmk1-diy

[@frankventer9091]

Baie dankie 😊😊😊👍👍

[@thapelorashilo8032]

I was filling up my golf 1 on that sport.but it was just flowing out underneath what could be the problem??

[@youngaux318]

Thanks really helpful,,I am guilty for using the speedo whole

[@pjs-golfmk1-diy]

Glad to have helped. Pls subscribe and share.. Thanks so much

[@hannesviljoen641]

Thanx for your video.

[@itumelengbame4439]

Hi there. There is always leak stain coming from my gearbox wherever I stop. Also when I engage the fifth gear it is always a noise but in other gear the noise is not there. Can you please advise what I could possibly do?

[@pjs-golfmk1-diy]

Hi .you have a leak then...It is common to leak at the gearbox seal .it' sits between gearbox and engine...have to take gearbox out to fix it ..

[@itumelengbame4439]

Also when I don't accelerate in the firth gear, it stops.

[@successm941]

But how do you unscrew filler Nutt forward to the direction of the car as it drives or reverse towards the car reversing

[@pjs-golfmk1-diy]

Not sure If I understand your question.... But same principle Applies here when loosening a nut,.. Anti clockwise is loosening, and clockwise for tightening

[@EmiliaDosSantos-ii6ol]

What oil can I use

[@rooshevnaidoo8799]

How many litres does the gearbox take?

[@pjs-golfmk1-diy]

Approx. 1.8 to 2 liters

[@jaleellbaumgarten9624]

Hi can u do a video how to change a selector gear seal please

[@pjs-golfmk1-diy]

Sorry for late response.. But I shall try my best. Thanks for the suggestion 👍

[@shadoww2222]

is this similar to my mk2 ??

[@pjs-golfmk1-diy]

Hi, yes I'm sure it is.

[@shadoww2222]

@@pjs-golfmk1-diy thx bro

[@stevenharpervw]

80w90 or 75w90? Which oil is correct

[@pjs-golfmk1-diy]

Preferably 75w 90

[@craighrodgers8443]

Synthetic???

[@donevinswartz627]

Plz help how to set the links

[@pjs-golfmk1-diy]

Hi, Gear links are a bit tricky to explain. Will have to put a video together.. Thanks for watching, and Pls subscribe.

[@davidvanzyl9006]

My gears are stiff what could the problem be

[@pjs-golfmk1-diy]

Hi David. Thanks for commenting. I think u need to check your gear links. It's underneath the car.

[@thapelorashilo8032]

Gear Links..selector bushers

[@whitefox9]

Hey bru you font throw oil or any liquid YOU POUR A LIQUID INTO

[@pjs-golfmk1-diy]

Sorry I don't understand your comment. If it is a case of you pointing out an error in my grammar,then tell me what is "YOU FONT THROW OIL OR ANY LIQUID", as you wrote in your comment. If you want to highlight silly little grammatical / spelling errors on this car channel then you have a choice to scroll on ,and not come back here.This is not an english grammar school ,...It's a car channel where like-minded people come to discuss mechanical and car issues.

[@caseyalexander7632]

How tf you gonna insult the man for his grammar mistakes when you can't even spell ' you don't throw' properly

[@shaunnaude5190]

Mm not inch mate

[@pjs-golfmk1-diy]

Hey wise crack,. I realised that after the video was published .have a look at the very first comment ,which I pinned ,to rectify that mistake .... Mistakes happen.., Anything else wrong you'd like to point out?..

[@jaleellbaumgarten9624]

Can u make a video how to change the selector gear seal please

[@pjs-golfmk1-diy]

Thanks for the suggestion Will try and do that soon.