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Old 04-20-2008 | 10:12 AM
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Whats the best oil to run in Weiand 177 blowers?

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Amsoil
Royal Purple
Redline
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Old 04-20-2008 | 11:21 AM
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The Blower Shop and Darren Mayer PE both recommend Red Line Shockproof.
That's all I use. The synthetics seem to hold up better against fuel intrusion.
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Mine had 500+ hrs with Merc HP gear oil/drive lube and was still going strong.
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