Main concern would be any apparent additives swelling plastic bits. I looked on a few forums saying that gearbox oil should be fine, but wondered if anyone had tried it
I'd not heard that. I have heard some concerns about incompatibility of some oils with yellow metals, which might be in bushings etc.
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Main concern would be any apparent additives swelling plastic bits. I looked on a few forums saying that gearbox oil should be fine, but wondered if anyone had tried it