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dmack
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Username: dmack

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Registered: 06-2007
Posted on Wednesday, August 29, 2007 - 11:37 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

I have a Joe's Gearbox from the 30's that calls for 'cylinder oil' as a lubricant. The only cylinder oil I can find seems to be for steam engines or diesel engines. Any recommendations on the proper lubricant?
dmm
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ernie
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Username: ernie

Post Number: 721
Registered: 01-2002


Posted on Wednesday, August 29, 2007 - 11:53 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Just use 30W non detergent
If is is a show engine make sure to not let it idle for a long time in neutral or reverse. Use forward as nothing in side (planetary gears or clutches) are moving when it is in forward.
Hope this helps
Ernie

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