Redline gearbox oil

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Red Line oils and lubricants on ORECA STORE

Red Line is such an important manufacturer in the automotive market that we have chosen to devote an entire page to it. In this online shop, you will find the best products of the American brand, starting with the indispensable engine and gearbox oils. All of them will allow you to take care of your vehicle and improve its performance, especially in view of your future races on the track or in rallies.

You'll also have access to some other particularly useful products. For example, power steering fluid, high-temperature grease, or a cooling additive to help keep your car (and the rest of you) cool. But what is the purpose of all these automotive lubricants?

The essential role of oils in a car

• While each type has its own specificities, they all perform several fundamental functions within a vehicle.
• Firstly, they obviously play a lubricating role. In a car, the various parts regularly collide with each other, which can damage them in the long run. It is therefore necessary to make this friction smoother.
• And when the engine is running, the car components are bound to heat up. This is why oils are also used to cool them, in addition to the liquid used for this purpose.
• Secondly, as a result of driving, a car becomes increasingly dirty in several places. Lubricants also aim to combat this wear and tear, which can affect performance and safety, by removing as many particles as possible from the components.
• Finally, metallic materials are subject to corrosion, an oxidation phenomenon that alters their surface. Thanks to their antioxidant power, oils help to combat this harmful action, in order to preserve mechanical elements.

These various tasks show how important lubricants are. Because they not only ensure optimum performance, but also guarantee the safety of the vehicle's occupants.

How to choose your engine or gearbox oil?

In our catalogue, you will find a wide range of products to maintain your car. And unless you are a mechanical expert, you may find it difficult to find your way around. After all, the products have a large number of properties...

Although it is impossible to present them all here, remember that an oil is characterised above all by its "viscosity". That is to say, its capacity to remain liquid (or, more precisely, viscous) depending on the conditions.

This property can be expressed, for example, by an abbreviation consisting of two numbers separated by the letter "W" (0W20, 20W50, 80W140...). This is called the "grade". It indicates the ability of the oil to remain fluid at low temperatures, via the first number, and at high temperatures, via the second.

Viscosity can also be measured in cSt (centistokes). In this case, the values given generally correspond to behaviour at 40 and 100 °C.

These technical data are of course primarily intended for professionals and enthusiasts. If you have any doubts, do not hesitate to refer to the vehicle's maintenance booklet or to ask your garage for advice.

Red Line, the reference brand for automotive lubrication

If ORECA STORE has chosen to trust the Red Line brand, it is certainly not by chance. Founded in 1979, the Californian company specialises in the manufacture of synthetic lubricants. With over 40 years of expertise, it is now one of the best suppliers on the market.

Its wide range of products is aimed at both everyday vehicles and the best racing cars. Thanks to its innovative technologies, Red Line has forged partnerships with some of the biggest players in the automotive world: Honda, NASCAR, the World Speed Motorsports championships, and many experienced American drivers.

What is gearbox oil used for?

Your gearbox allows you to manipulate the gears for a better transmission of power from the engine to the drive wheels. Regular maintenance with a specific oil allows you to protect your engine efficiently as well as the other mechanisms of your car.

Protect your engine

The role of a gearbox oil is to lubricate all the parts connected to your gearbox, such as gears and bearings, to name but a few. This ensures that your engine is well protected, as it can run normally without straining.

Otherwise, if your parts are not sufficiently lubricated, friction can occur and the deterioration of your mechanical parts is inevitable. The right lubrication will ensure that your engine runs smoothly.

Maintain your mechanisms

Using gearbox oil also helps keep your gear systems and internal components in good condition. Reduce wear on parts and optimise the performance of your transmission. In this way, you also preserve your parts over time.

When should your gearbox be changed?

Just like your engine, your gearbox needs an oil change. To find out when to change your oil, follow the instructions in your vehicle's service booklet. But there may also be signs that alert you to the need for a gearbox oil change.

Symptoms that indicate the need for an oil change

There are several signs that may indicate that an oil change is needed:

• Possible leaks that may indicate used oil that needs to be replaced
• Burning smells, as they sometimes indicate that the oil is too old and dirty
• The lights on your control panel
• Noises that may occur when shifting gears, such as small crackling sounds

When these symptoms appear, focus on a powertrain diagnosis, check the lubrication of the parts and the quality of the oil in your gearbox.

Maintenance for high performance vehicles

Red Line brand oils are intended for racing vehicles. These vehicles require special treatment, as the mechanics of a sports car are sometimes put to the test. It is therefore recommended to change the oil in your gearbox every 15,000 km on average. This can vary depending on how you treat your car.

The different Red Line gearbox oils

The Red Line brand offers you high-quality oils for professionals and motor sport enthusiasts. However, make sure that the gearbox oil you choose is suitable for your engine.

Oils for manual and automatic transmissions

There are two types of oils for your gearbox. There are manual gearbox oils and automatic gearbox oils. It is important to choose the right type of oil to avoid poor performance or even overheating of the engine if your oil is not suitable.

Most high performance cars require oils that meet the API GL-5 standard. Make sure that your vehicle requires GL-5 or GL-6 oil and not GL-4, which is reserved for common vehicles.

Optimise your performance with Red Line oils

The Red Line product range offers a variety of synthetic oils for your engine, ideal for competition. Remember to make sure that the oil will help the transmissions and improve the lock-up.

Also take into account the viscosity index of your oil which shows two different numbers. The viscosity depends on the temperature, so the number on the left followed by a W (Winter) indicates the cold viscosity index, and the number on the right indicates the hot viscosity index: 75W140 for example.

Also choose your oil according to the type of differential in your vehicle. We recommend oils between 75W90 and 75W140 for touring and high performance. For non-competitive sports driving, the most suitable Red Line oils are those between 70W90 and 80W90.

Get the best performance from your race car with Red Line gear oils!