vdubdriver
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Post by vdubdriver on Oct 2, 2012 21:16:04 GMT -5
I just bought a used air compressor. It's a single-stage. I found a manual on-line for it. The manual says not to use automotive oil (10W-30) but it does not say what type of oil to use. It says to use the oil that came with the compressor!? What type of oil should I use?
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Pikeman
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Post by Pikeman on Oct 3, 2012 2:46:27 GMT -5
there are oils made for compressors,available at Grainger,etc. Most of the older compressors will be fine with non-detergent motor oil,usually 30W.
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Ruffuss
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Post by Ruffuss on Oct 3, 2012 5:34:00 GMT -5
Most auto supply places also sell compressor oil, as well as Sears, Harbour Freight, True Valve Hardware even Meijers.
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vdubdriver
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Post by vdubdriver on Oct 3, 2012 23:50:46 GMT -5
I haven't checked the auto parts store yet, but Meijer's only had oil for the air tools sopplied by the compressor. So would 30W non-detergent be ok?
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Pikeman
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Post by Pikeman on Oct 4, 2012 5:07:11 GMT -5
30W non-detergent is fine.
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vdubdriver
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Post by vdubdriver on Oct 4, 2012 20:51:52 GMT -5
Thanks Paul and Kenn. I'm still cleaning the compressor and looking for a few accessories. I'll look at some local auto parts stores and hardware stores for compressor specific oil. If I don't find any I'll go with the 30W.
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vdubdriver
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Post by vdubdriver on Oct 5, 2012 18:18:37 GMT -5
I watched a video about air compressors on U-Tube last night. It was from Campbell-Hausfeld; which is the brand I have. They said a suitable oil would be MOBILE 1 10W30. I guess the synthetic oils are ok for air compressors.
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67type1
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Post by 67type1 on Oct 6, 2012 5:17:19 GMT -5
Hi Brian, mine's been running since 1992 with Amsoil compressor oil. I've changed it twice. They offer two types, depends on what type of compressor & valves you have. If the manufacturer recommends 10w30 Mobil 1, I'd use it. Readily available and great stuff. Just a suggestion. Change the oil after 8-10hrs, then put a label or piece of tape with the date, type of oil & quantity on the compressor some place. You'd be surprised how easy it is to neglect it. Having the info right there is a reminder. Also, don't forget to service the air filter and belt tension/condition. Enjoy your new toy  |
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harleyh77
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Post by harleyh77 on Oct 6, 2012 8:45:04 GMT -5
You should be able to find compressor oil at farm and home or tractor supply company.
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vdubdriver
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Post by vdubdriver on Oct 9, 2012 19:32:19 GMT -5
Thanks Ray and Harley. There's new Tractor Supply opening nearby my work. I'll check it out. Good advice on the oil change Ray; I'll do that.
The compressor is a 1.3 hp direct drive unit. I bought it at a garage sale because it is a 120 volt unit. I need to get 200 amp service to my house before I put my big compressor in service. For now, the little one will serve me fine.
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