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best modern oil for old oil filled shock absorbers #333831 02/09/15 06:08 PM
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OP SurfAir Shade Tree Mechanic Joined: Oct 2013 Posts: 44 Wisconsin	I'm sure there is an answer to this question among the past posts, but it is tough to find. While replacing an axle on a 36 FC Standard, it makes sense to service the shocks. What oil is recommended for the shocks? Thanks, Steve

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Re: best modern oil for old oil filled shock absorbers SurfAir #333834 02/09/15 06:31 PM
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m006840 ChatMaster - 7,000 Joined: Nov 2002 Posts: 7,472 Likes: 26 merrimack nh	Hydraulic jack oil. Steve D

Re: best modern oil for old oil filled shock absorbers m006840 #333842 02/09/15 07:33 PM
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OP SurfAir Shade Tree Mechanic Joined: Oct 2013 Posts: 44 Wisconsin	Thanks!

Re: best modern oil for old oil filled shock absorbers SurfAir #333991 02/11/15 09:10 AM
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41specialdeluxe ChatMaster - 6,000 Joined: Sep 2009 Posts: 6,689 Likes: 21 NC usa	Steve, I'd say genuine Delco Shock Oil is best. How much do you need? (If you don't know then check with Gene on this.) Maybe I can send you some but I don't know if I can ship it or not. Don't know if either USPS, UPS or Federal Express will take it. You do the research on this and let me know how much you need for a one-time service. Or you can use the recommended jack oil. Your call. No charge other than for the ride. Best, Charlie Oops. After posting I noticed the "modern" word in your post. This oil I have is not modern but some I have still in the Delco can from the old days. Still good as far as I know. Last edited by 41specialdeluxe; 02/11/15 09:13 AM.

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