
Racing Gear Oil
The best racing gear oil and lubricants will keep your race car engine parts moving in harmony as you execute lap after lap on the track. Behrent’s Performance Warehouse carries racing gear oil formulated for high-stress conditions and designed to extend gear life, reduce wear, and protect parts from rust, oxidation, and corrosion. Find gear oil for every application, whether you’re looking to boost horsepower, lessen friction, protect contact points, or significantly reduce operating temperature. Shop gear oil from top names in racing lubricants, including Maxima, Winters, and Driven and find a quart, a gallon, or a pail of goodness to keep your car humming on race day.
What is the difference between gear oil and transmission fluid?
The main difference between gear oil and transmission fluid is their application: gear oil lubricates manual gearboxes, while transmission fluid is used in automatic transmissions. Gear oil is also thicker (higher viscosity) and has a higher boiling point, making it better suited for the demands of manual racing gearboxes.
Can you use regular motor oil instead of gear oil for lubrication?
No, you cannot use regular motor oil instead of gear oil for lubrication. The gearbox in your racing engine requires a high viscosity oil that’s specially formulated to lubricate your gears so they work together under pressure. Regular motor oil does not have a high enough viscosity to perform this duty.
How can you tell if your gear oil needs to be changed?
You can tell if your gear oil needs to be changed by using your senses: If there’s a foul smell coming from your gearbox, the gear oil is either contaminated or dirty. If you hear whining or howling noises, your gears are not getting proper lubrication. If you feel strange vibrations in your race car, it could be a result of bad gear oil.