What kind of Oil for Air tools? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Sinister · 12-03-2009, 09:45 PM

Just got my air tools. Instructions don't mention what kind of oil to use. Does it have to be air tool oil or would 10w30 synthetic motor oil work?
Edit: Never mind, reread the instructions. Off to get some air tool oil. Mods feel free to delete this post.

Restrorob · 12-03-2009, 09:50 PM

I never use anything but air tool oil, I use multiple air tools all day long. Their too expensive to try anything else.....

retodd7711 · 12-11-2009, 07:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Restrorob

I never use anything but air tool oil, Their too expensive to try anything else.....

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Sillyoldman · 12-03-2009, 09:52 PM

Since its open for discussion. Yes use tool oil. Be careful not to use it too much or too often. Too much oil can rot the seals & O-rings.

Sinister · 12-03-2009, 09:58 PM

Thanks guys. How are those inline oilers?

Restrorob · 12-03-2009, 10:09 PM

Never used one so don't know, Three or four drops of oil every day or two has kept my Ingersoll's going for 20 yrs. now....

Sinister · 12-03-2009, 10:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Restrorob

Never used one so don't know, Three or four drops of oil every day or two has kept my Ingersoll's going for 20 yrs. now....

Sounds good. Thanks again.

69lemans · 12-04-2009, 02:37 AM

Marvel mystery oil works good

fastwillie 696969 · 12-04-2009, 06:38 AM

never use transmission fluid,

**special-K** · 12-04-2009, 06:52 AM

2-3 drops of air tool oil.There are cold and warm weather oils.

cdowns · 12-04-2009, 08:38 AM

i use the inlines for a couple of my tools. they work good but add additional bulk and cause clearance problems at times from the additional length involved most tools i just squirt a bit in b4 using

UltraBlue71 · 12-04-2009, 01:38 PM

A inline oiler always scared me, I would be afraid I'd forget and use a spray gun with it.

2-3 drops a day will make them last a long time, also dont exceed the 90PSI rating most tools have, this wears them out quickly too.

Also be careful oiling your DA or Mudhog or airboard,or any other tool your using to do bodywork the oil blows out the exhaust in tiny droplets and gets all over your work and if you dont get it removed complely hello Mr. Fisheye!

Put a drop in them and rev it for a few seconds then start your work is how I was taught, alot of bodymen dont use oil in them at all but it'll cut the life of the tool drastically.

John Gilbert · 12-08-2009, 02:05 PM

Here's a late addition: Some of my air-tools I've had since '71, I got my impact gun in '76 its one of the first Japanese made CPs , and all I ever done was make sure there was some kind of oil squirted in before I used them. 3-N-1 oil, WD-40, 5-30 synthetic, Royal Purple Maxfilm, Marvel oil, (one of my all time favorite oils). Yeah, I know I'm probably wrong, but they still work, so I guess I'm not too far off. I think the key is to keep them oiled with any light vis oil, and not run 'em dry... That's my crummy tech tip for the day.

Leinie · 12-08-2009, 06:39 PM

What is air tool oil ? (other than it says it on the bottle) Is is petroleum based, synthetic, mineral oil ? Just curious.

**truckdude239** · 12-08-2009, 06:57 PM

i use Ingersoll's air tool oil in all my air tools 2 snap on guns ( 1 old blue point that i used for 3 years before it was stolen) my air cutters, air wrench. i have also used maverals mystery air tool oil. i use 3-4 drops a day before i use the tools at work

here is what air tool oil is and why it is important http://blogs.toolbarn.com/brianm/200...lters-and.html

MacAttack · 12-11-2009, 03:19 PM

Black Moly 5 is lubricating grease and WD-40. Just a dab of grease and a good blast of WD: run the device for a full minute - good for a week's worth of grinding.

*Shane* · 12-11-2009, 04:41 PM

ATF works too ...

12-03-2009, 09:45 PM	#1
Sinister Between Trucks... Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA. Posts: 3,830	What kind of Oil for Air tools? Just got my air tools. Instructions don't mention what kind of oil to use. Does it have to be air tool oil or would 10w30 synthetic motor oil work? Edit: Never mind, reread the instructions. Off to get some air tool oil. Mods feel free to delete this post. __________________ Beat it to fit, Paint it to match... Last edited by Sinister; 12-03-2009 at 09:48 PM.

12-03-2009, 09:50 PM	#2
Restrorob The One And Only !!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Hole in the woods Florida Posts: 4,567	Re: What kind of Oil for Air tools? I never use anything but air tool oil, I use multiple air tools all day long. Their too expensive to try anything else..... __________________ 93 Jeep XJ 88 Buick La Sabra Toys; 88 TA-GTA in the works.... 97 GMC Ext. Cab 502 Crate 5 Spd......Sucks Gas But Haulz Azz ! The primary function of an Engineer is to make it difficult for the Fabricator and impossible for the Mechanic. *"Why go out preserved when you can go out beat up, worn out, sliding in sideways screaming, Holy Sh!t What A Ride" !!!* Last edited by Restrorob; 12-03-2009 at 09:51 PM.

12-03-2009, 09:52 PM	#4
Sillyoldman #16876 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Auburn WA Posts: 12,266	Re: What kind of Oil for Air tools? Since its open for discussion. Yes use tool oil. Be careful not to use it too much or too often. Too much oil can rot the seals & O-rings. __________________ Posted via Stationary Device '71 Custom Deluxe C-20 402. '67 Buick Special 455. '49 Plymouth Special Deluxe. *"I love that old car smell"* *Some people are like Slinkies... not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs.*

12-03-2009, 09:58 PM	#5
Sinister Between Trucks... Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA. Posts: 3,830	Re: What kind of Oil for Air tools? Thanks guys. How are those inline oilers? __________________ Beat it to fit, Paint it to match...

12-03-2009, 10:09 PM	#6
Restrorob The One And Only !!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Hole in the woods Florida Posts: 4,567	Re: What kind of Oil for Air tools? Never used one so don't know, Three or four drops of oil every day or two has kept my Ingersoll's going for 20 yrs. now.... __________________ 93 Jeep XJ 88 Buick La Sabra Toys; 88 TA-GTA in the works.... 97 GMC Ext. Cab 502 Crate 5 Spd......Sucks Gas But Haulz Azz ! The primary function of an Engineer is to make it difficult for the Fabricator and impossible for the Mechanic. *"Why go out preserved when you can go out beat up, worn out, sliding in sideways screaming, Holy Sh!t What A Ride" !!!* Last edited by Restrorob; 12-03-2009 at 10:10 PM.

12-04-2009, 02:37 AM	#8
69lemans Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: simpsonville,sc Posts: 417	Re: What kind of Oil for Air tools? Marvel mystery oil works good

12-04-2009, 06:38 AM	#9
fastwillie 696969 ~Rest In Peace~ Join Date: May 2005 Location: CALIFORNIA NOR CAL Posts: 9,707	Re: What kind of Oil for Air tools? never use transmission fluid, __________________ is it fast ? it has a lighting bolt donut? B___H please, I can remove 90% of your so called "beauty" with a kleenex

12-04-2009, 06:52 AM	#10
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: What kind of Oil for Air tools? 2-3 drops of air tool oil.There are cold and warm weather oils. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~ Last edited by special-K; 12-04-2009 at 09:43 AM.

12-04-2009, 08:38 AM	#11
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: What kind of Oil for Air tools? i use the inlines for a couple of my tools. they work good but add additional bulk and cause clearance problems at times from the additional length involved most tools i just squirt a bit in b4 using __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

12-04-2009, 01:38 PM	#12
UltraBlue71 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: OKC OK Posts: 489	Re: What kind of Oil for Air tools? A inline oiler always scared me, I would be afraid I'd forget and use a spray gun with it. 2-3 drops a day will make them last a long time, also dont exceed the 90PSI rating most tools have, this wears them out quickly too. Also be careful oiling your DA or Mudhog or airboard,or any other tool your using to do bodywork the oil blows out the exhaust in tiny droplets and gets all over your work and if you dont get it removed complely hello Mr. Fisheye! Put a drop in them and rev it for a few seconds then start your work is how I was taught, alot of bodymen dont use oil in them at all but it'll cut the life of the tool drastically. __________________ "You can put lipstick on a pig, sure it's pretty pig, but it's still just a PIG... 71 LWB

12-08-2009, 02:05 PM	#13
John Gilbert Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Placentia, California Posts: 567	Re: What kind of Oil for Air tools? Here's a late addition: Some of my air-tools I've had since '71, I got my impact gun in '76 its one of the first Japanese made CPs , and all I ever done was make sure there was some kind of oil squirted in before I used them. 3-N-1 oil, WD-40, 5-30 synthetic, Royal Purple Maxfilm, Marvel oil, (one of my all time favorite oils). Yeah, I know I'm probably wrong, but they still work, so I guess I'm not too far off. I think the key is to keep them oiled with any light vis oil, and not run 'em dry... That's my crummy tech tip for the day.

12-08-2009, 06:39 PM	#14
Leinie Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: USA Posts: 2,613	Re: What kind of Oil for Air tools? What is air tool oil ? (other than it says it on the bottle) Is is petroleum based, synthetic, mineral oil ? Just curious.

12-08-2009, 06:57 PM	#15
truckdude239 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lewisville, Nc Posts: 10,237	Re: What kind of Oil for Air tools? i use Ingersoll's air tool oil in all my air tools 2 snap on guns ( 1 old blue point that i used for 3 years before it was stolen) my air cutters, air wrench. i have also used maverals mystery air tool oil. i use 3-4 drops a day before i use the tools at work here is what air tool oil is and why it is important http://blogs.toolbarn.com/brianm/200...lters-and.html __________________ David fuller Ase Certified Mechanic Click here to help support our board!! 1971 Chevy c-10 under going a 4.8l LSx swap Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=421305 2007 Honda Accord my daily 145kmiles 2002 Honda Accord 4 door With 330k(sisters car) 2005 toyota Avalon 228k( brothers car) 2002 Sububran 5.3 245k 2000 Tahoe 5.3l 378 General manager for Marco's Carwash & lube

12-11-2009, 03:19 PM	#16
MacAttack 283 Drama Queen Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Surf City, CA Posts: 2,435	Re: What kind of Oil for Air tools? Black Moly 5 is lubricating grease and WD-40. Just a dab of grease and a good blast of WD: run the device for a full minute - good for a week's worth of grinding. __________________ For about 12 years of my adult life I had a severe speech impediment. My ex-wife never let me get a word in edgewise.

12-11-2009, 04:41 PM	#17
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