1930 Essex lubrication recommendations.

stev1955
stev1955 Expert Adviser
edited November -1 in HUDSON
I found the operators manual online to this vehicle and it mentions different oils for lubricating various parts of the vehicle and need some info on how the names relate to modern oils/weights.



Engine oil: high grade medium heavy body. Maybe 30wt?

Light motor oil for starter etc. Maybe 10wt?

Transmission oil?

Rear axle heavy body differential oil. Maybe 80wt?

Heavy body gear oil for steering gear?



Any help would be appreciated so I'll know what oils to get to start working on this vehicle. Thanks. Steve

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  • Geoff
    Geoff Senior Contributor
    Engine oil, 20W-40, such as Castrol GTX.

    Transmission 90 weight

    Rear Axle 140 grade

    Steering box, Steam cylinder oil 600W

    Starter, generator bearings, etc. engine oil in your oil can.
  • stev1955
    stev1955 Expert Adviser
    Thanks Geoff. That is the information I was looking for. Much appreciated.
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