and my gearstick hasnt been out in a while but aside from a new brake master cylinder, new starter motor, new gearstick bush and a new side door bush and roller everything else was okay at Kittys service today. Mr bank account has been bludgeoned but at least shes good to go for 2013 now.
before you grease ,take of the rubber cap ( if one is fitted ) wipe the crusty bits away and then you can pump without the worry of getting dirt in it