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40 weight oil for VPI SAMA seems too heavy...

I used a much lighter oil expressly for small electrical motors with an extension wand which made it very easy to lubricate the SAMA motor for my Super Scoutmaster. this eliminated noise and vibration which recently affected the motor. The 40 weight automotive oil recommended by VPI is for car engines and I think it's way too heavy for small motors like VPI/ What are your thoughts on this?
hiendmuse
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marakanetz
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I do not lubricate motor.
I only lubricate spindle.
rrog
1,958 posts
 
My GMC uses 5W30.
actusreus
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The Classic's manual clearly instructs the owner to use a 40-weight oil. Even though not SAMA, the bearing seems the same as on the motor of my old Scout. I used 40-W and it worked just fine, and it did not seem "too heavy." The only challenge was to apply it cleanly on the bearing through the tiny space between the spindle and the brass piece. Why would VPI recommend a maintenance product that does not work well with their product after all the years in the turntable business?
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