05-30-2021, 05:10 PM | #1 |
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Stipe Shocks
Has anyone ever had to add oil to Stipe Shocks and if so what oil did you use. I don't need to add oil to mine, just curious for future knowledge.
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05-30-2021, 05:48 PM | #2 |
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Re: Stipe Shocks
They are filled with hydraulic oil at assembly.
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05-30-2021, 08:00 PM | #3 |
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Re: Stipe Shocks
I realize that. But unlike other repro Houdaille type shocks, Stipes can be refilled if needed.
My question is: Has anyone ever had to add oil to Stipe Shocks and if so what oil did you use?
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Re: Stipe Shocks
The data sheet that came with my Stipe shocks says to use:
Quote: Full Synthetic Hydraulic oil 30 to 40 weight. Only fill to within 1/16th inch of bottom of filler hole ... Leave air to allow for expansion. Reseal plug with SMALL amount of sealer. End Quote Last edited by Benson; 05-30-2021 at 10:39 PM. |
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Since I posted my question I found on The Ford Garage to use "modern premium ISO 150 synthetic hydraulic oil". But my original questions were still not answered.
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THANKS FOR referring me To Vince FALTER'S site for conversion to ISO. About leaks I have two sets of Stipe shocks for 3 -4 years and no leaks. Here is a table that converts ISO 150 to 40 weight which agrees with VINCE'S INFO which is always based on research. Looks like ISO 100 equals 30 weight and ISO 150 is 40 weight Note when I click on this link the info appears in Downloads file (drop down window in lower left below this page.) You must click on link to see info. That is the way my computer is setup anyway. Last edited by Benson; 05-31-2021 at 04:27 AM. |
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05-31-2021, 10:07 AM | #7 |
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Re: Stipe Shocks
Relevant to this, what do you use to fill the shock with?
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