Hydraulic jacks

[Toyboy]

Is there any oil you can substitute for Hyd. jack oil or is it use specific?

 

[mrmikey]

Not saying it's correct but I use either regular hyd oil in my case AW-32 or ATF and have been now for decades with no problem, your mileage may vary.......m

 

[Toyboy]

Not saying it's correct but I use either regular hyd oil in my case AW-32 or ATF and have been now for decades with no problem, your mileage may vary.......m

That's a thought. I know there has to be anti foaming agent in it but looking at $$ for the jack oil is pricey especially when I'm not sure the amount I'll need.

 

[oldnslo]

Jack oil is usually very thin so that it can be drawn into the pump especially in cooler weather.

 

[wdchyd]

Low-vis hyd oil sold for elec plow pumps works great too, sold in quarts in auto parts stores

 

[Toyboy]

Thanks guys, I'll check into it tomorrow.