Jim Roadt Posted June 18, 2022 Share Posted June 18, 2022 Other than color are both these the same? I have only used the purple stuff and can only find clear stuff now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Mark Olson Posted June 18, 2022 Share Posted June 18, 2022 I know that the "Original Zoom-Spout Oiler" sold in HVAC supply houses touts being "turbine oil" and is MARS branded (Motors Armatures Relays and something). It is water white when it is fresh, but gradually goes more and more amber to ding nigh brown as it ages over the years. I think it is oxidation of the oil, which to my knowledge, is 20W non detergent. But hey, I do not really know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Butler Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 Walmart doesn’t have it on the shelf but you can order it online and pick it up at the store for no shipping charge. I realize that wasn’t the question, but sometimes it’s hard to find. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Dunlap Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 Somebody may have put Royal Purple in the bottle. As far as I know, all Zoom spout is turbine oil. Ace carries it here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Kovar Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 Don't drink the Grape Kool-Aid! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Kovar Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 Pee yellow or clear... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Huber Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 Amazon.com: Customer Questions & Answers "The weight of this oil is #10, also known as ISO 22. Hope this helps." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Huber Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 (edited) Royal Purple ISO 68 Compressor oil (borderline 30 SAE) and ISO 46 (borderline 20 SAE) offered only in bulk. Minimum order is a case of 12 individual quarts. Royal Purple Synfilm 68 - Bud Reiner Enterprises Edited June 19, 2022 by Russ Huber Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Ray Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 20 minutes ago, Russ Huber said: Amazon.com: Customer Questions & Answers "The weight of this oil is #10, also known as ISO 22. Hope this helps." Isn't the recommendation for most of our fans an SAE 20? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Huber Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 (edited) Check the web for the best bang for your buck ISO 46 (20 SAE none detergent) COMPRESSOR OIL. Amsoil sells it by the quart, and other suppliers. Synthetic is your best bet. Edited June 19, 2022 by Russ Huber Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Ray Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 You can buy individual quarts of Amsoil compressor oil. This is what I use in my fans. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Huber Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 5 minutes ago, Patrick Ray said: Isn't the recommendation for most of our fans an SAE 20? Yes, "IF" the information is correct on the Zoom Spout Amazon link I provided. I had heard Zoom Spout TURBINE OIL was roughly 15 SAE viscosity. It is not rated for 20 SAE viscosity. But, has anyone's fan motor bearings froze as a result of using Zoom Spout? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Huber Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 8 minutes ago, Patrick Ray said: You can buy individual quarts of Amsoil compressor oil. This is what I use in my fans. View single post by Russ Huber (afcaforum.com) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Ray Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 8 minutes ago, Russ Huber said: Yes, "IF" the information is correct on the Zoom Spout Amazon link I provided. I had heard Zoom Spout TURBINE OIL was roughly 15 SAE viscosity. It is not rated for 20 SAE viscosity. But, has anyone's fan motor bearings froze as a result of using Zoom Spout? I'm sure no one has had a fan lock up strictly due to use of a lighter weight oil. But I'm sure we've all seen fans sling a little oil here and there. A heavier oil would combat that. Especially since (provided bearings are original) these fans have seen a lot of use and wear, therefore tolerances are opening up. Not saying we need to start dumping 75W-90 gear lube in our fans, but an SAE 20 or even SAE 30 would cling to those looser tolerances better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Huber Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 (edited) Husky Compressor oil 16 oz. at Home Depot ISO 68 synthetic ( just shy of 30 SAE). $10 bill roughly. Edited June 19, 2022 by Russ Huber Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Huber Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 (edited) 13 minutes ago, Patrick Ray said: I'm sure no one has had a fan lock up strictly due to use of a lighter weight oil. But I'm sure we've all seen fans sling a little oil here and there. A heavier oil would combat that. Especially since (provided bearings are original) these fans have seen a lot of use and wear, therefore tolerances are opening up. Not saying we need to start dumping 75W-90 gear lube in our fans, but an SAE 20 or even SAE 30 would cling to those looser tolerances better. I wouldn't get to worried about the use of Zoom Spout. It is a quality turbine oil. Maybe, WE get a little carried away with these lubricants like as if they were gospel. The facts are I have restored a number of ANTIQUE fans with reasonably sound bearings in the past. They weren't using Royal Purple, 3-in-one in the blue can, or Zoom Spout back then. Fact Jack. 🙂 Edited June 19, 2022 by Russ Huber 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Ray Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 1 minute ago, Russ Huber said: I wouldn't get to worried about the use of Zoom Spout. It is a quality turbine oil. Maybe, WE get a little carried away with these lubricants like as if they were gospel. The facts are I have restored a number of ANTIQUE fans with reasonably sound bearings in the past. The weren't using Royal Purple, 3-in-one in the blue can, or Zoom Spout back then. Fact Jack. I'm sure anything we put in these fans now is going to be superior quality to what was originally used in these fans. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Huber Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 If you want to shop around on the web for the best bang for your buck HIGH QUALITY non-detergent compressor oil in the 20 SAE bracket. You will be seeking between ISO 46 and ISO 68. You may find it in your back yard at places like Home Depot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trevor Andersen Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 I just use bacon grease. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Kovar Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 8 hours ago, Trevor Andersen said: I just use bacon grease. Is there anything bacon can't do?Bacon makes everything better... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Kovar Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 Many prefer 3-IN-ONE... The yellow is for GEs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Huber Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 11 hours ago, Trevor Andersen said: I just use bacon grease. If you want French toast to die for, fry it up in your fan lubricant bacon grease. Your post made my taste buds jump for joy. My dad taught my younger brother and I to dip our bread in ring sausage grease at the dinner table. I am German for most part, and probably won't live as long as many of you eating your vegetables. I love to have a little bread with my butter. Fact Jack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louis Luu Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 For those who are care about their health...Canola oil is what the steam engine people recommend. Me, I prefer rendered duck fat...much better than bacon fat. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Huber Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 1 hour ago, Louis Luu said: Me, I prefer rendered duck fat. I'm gonna give that a try. 🙂 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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