a lubricant distribution system of the hypoid gearbox

hypoid gearbox , the removable cover of the box-like enclosure is provided with integral lubricant passages interconnecting the shaft openings in the cover which receive the upper bearings to form a lubricant distribution system including inlet passages. The lubricant circulating means, which may take alternate forms such as pumps, Hypoid speed gearbox, is mounted exterior of the enclosure and within the high speed housing where it is driven by the input shaft or horizontal intermediate shaft, whereby the lubricant circulating means is easily accessible for repair or replacement and alternate forms may be used Without modification to the box-like enclosure.