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Davie_G71
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PostPosted: 11:59 - 23 Jul 2010    Post subject: Oil for scottoiler. Reply with quote

Must i use the oil they specify, or can i use anything else?

If so what else can i use?
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PostPosted: 12:21 - 23 Jul 2010    Post subject: Reply with quote

Used engine oil, chainsaw oil...

Doubt you have to stick with their oil. Can't see any other oil doing damage to the scottoiler...
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PostPosted: 12:23 - 23 Jul 2010    Post subject: Reply with quote

OK, i have some used engine oil kicking about.
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PostPosted: 12:25 - 23 Jul 2010    Post subject: Reply with quote

The only thing is the viscosity might be different so you'll have to adjust the drip rate. Thumbs Up

You don't want the chain to be too dry/wet Thumbs Up
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PostPosted: 19:51 - 23 Jul 2010    Post subject: Reply with quote

Yeah, i agree - use whatever is to hand/cheaper.
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PostPosted: 21:23 - 23 Jul 2010    Post subject: Reply with quote

ATF (Dexron II) available for around £5/litre.
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