Alligator front drive problems

[Hanno Spoelstra]

Originally posted by Bryan
Can anyone suggest an oil to go back in the front drive system in my carrier. The stearing is done by means of brake bands which are inclosed in the the front axle assembly. I am not sure if the bren gun carrier's are steered in the same way. but it does mean the bands are submerged in oil.

Hmm, looks like it has controlled differential steering like on the US-built T16 Universal Carrier (not the British/Canadian Universal Carrier). Possibly they even used a T16 axle? For oil type and grade, check with someone who has a T16 maintenance manual.

Hanno