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Old 4th Nov 2022, 13:23
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ericferret
 
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Originally Posted by wrench1
Ha. But don't know if a lobotomy was enough with some items. Never seen a Peugeot/Renault box but have seen pic-tickets or the part itself stamped with vehicle brands on AS parts. The factory nose external load mirrors were everyday truck mirrors and the Lama ones I saw had Renault stamped on the back of the mirror. But no different than the Castrol oil used for EC135 transmission, same stuff for a Mercedes except for that LBA sticker on the back and an increase in price. Not a bad thing really as they've used vehicle parts rebranded as aircraft parts in aviation for eons.
Hughe 300 used commercial transmission oil and truck fifth wheel grease (Shell Alvania) for the engine drive shaft.
S76 used Dexron II in the main gearbox, automotive transmission fluid.
I dont see a problem with using commercial parts if suitable. Its the price mark up that is the problem!!!
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