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Well the best option would be to use the MIL spec oil. The problem there is the cost since it requires you to add oil on a regular basis, as a small amount of oil is expelled on every brake application. The "Silicone" grease lasts years though. I have two airpacks on my Deuce and have silicone...
I would not use air tool oil in the airpack. It does not have the anti-rust/corrosion inhibiters like the MIL spec oil does. It would basically "flush" out the cylinder as that is it's job in an air tool.
Yes I believe that is the number. It is "red" and the MIL number is either 5606 or something really close.
It's about $50.00 a quart. Though I got a break on buying a gallon of it. There are several companies selling it now in smaller quantities. You used to have to buy it in fifty-five gallon...
The oil your suppose to use in a "airpack" has water repelling quality's and rust repellents in it. It is mostly used in Aircraft hydraulics. I have a gallon on hand, but it is pricey. Another thing I have successfully used in the past is "silicone grease" on the "airpacks" piston and seal and...
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