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Craig B · 01-08-2015, 08:38 PM

What is everyone using for oil in a Paxton 1500?? Is my only option the oil Paxton sell? Looks like Type F when I was draining it. Thanks.

SuperchargedStealth · 01-08-2015, 10:49 PM

I wouldn't use something else that's not recommended by Vortech/Paxton. You can probably get it cheaper on Amazon if you're looking for more.

Craig B · 01-09-2015, 08:03 PM

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Originally Posted by SuperchargedStealth

I wouldn't use something else that's not recommended by Vortech/Paxton. You can probably get it cheaper on Amazon if you're looking for more.

I ordered some from Summit. The funny thing is it's probably type F trans fluid, but Paxton ain't tellin.

Unreal · 01-09-2015, 08:51 PM

Zrod 10-30w, but I also have an engine oil fed so that doesn't count.

SuperchargedStealth · 01-10-2015, 11:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Unreal

Zrod 10-30w, but I also have an engine oil fed so that doesn't count.

That too. I do think that the S/C oil is a trans oil. It has that smell to it that makes it familiar and seem like it. Also, given the fact that it's a gear unit, it would only make sense.

Craig B · 01-11-2015, 06:16 AM

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Originally Posted by SuperchargedStealth

That too. I do think that the S/C oil is a trans oil. It has that smell to it that makes it familiar and seem like it. Also, given the fact that it's a gear unit, it would only make sense.

Have you ever opened up a Procharger or Paxton unit? I believe there is gears and bearing inside. Like a 2 stroke dirt bike gearbox or turbo 400 or Glide. I have used type F in both with no issues.

SuperchargedStealth · 01-11-2015, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Craig B

Have you ever opened up a Procharger or Paxton unit? I believe there is gears and bearing inside. Like a 2 stroke dirt bike gearbox or turbo 400 or Glide. I have used type F in both with no issues.

Yea, when I separated the casing, it was all gears and ball bearings. That's why I'm thinking a oil like that may be ok. Just be sure to not overfill the unit. You'll build up too much pressure and then bye bye blower.

Unreal · 01-11-2015, 11:22 AM

Why risk it? The blower oil is cheap. Order enough from summit or a dealer to last a few years and stick it on the shelf. No reason to risk it IMO. A blower rebuild starts around $650, so if risking it is worth that to you, then go for it, but at $11 or less a change I don't see the big deal.

Bo White · 01-11-2015, 12:07 PM

I order the 3 pack from summit or jegs which ever is cheaper.

Craig B · 01-11-2015, 12:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Unreal

Why risk it? The blower oil is cheap. Order enough from summit or a dealer to last a few years and stick it on the shelf. No reason to risk it IMO. A blower rebuild starts around $650, so if risking it is worth that to you, then go for it, but at $11 or less a change I don't see the big deal.

It's not that it's a big deal. Was looking for something I could buy locally. A lot of these Yuppie's get hung up on buying special crap for their cars that's not needed. Do you think Paxton makes their own oil?? Hell no!!! Was thinking of sending it out to Blackstone and have it tested.

Unreal · 01-11-2015, 12:16 PM

Should be able to find a local place that stocks it. I can think of 3-4 around here. You are in NJ, I bet ECS has it on the shelf.

patternpilot · 01-11-2015, 12:24 PM

I know that the oil that came with my Whipple was a clear oil and I am pretty sure it is a silicone base so it will not foam. I will buy the same oil. The manufacturer makes extensive tests to make sure oil is right for the application. My recommendation would be to use what they say.

gutterball · 01-11-2015, 05:44 PM

You can purchase SuperCharger Oil from Pep Boys

Bo White · 01-11-2015, 06:20 PM

Paxton doesn't make their own because it takes Vortech oil since they are the same company.

01-08-2015, 08:38 PM	#1
Craig B Drives: 2013 1LE Join Date: May 2013 Location: NJ Posts: 685	Super charger oil? What is everyone using for oil in a Paxton 1500?? Is my only option the oil Paxton sell? Looks like Type F when I was draining it. Thanks.

01-08-2015, 10:49 PM	#2
SuperchargedStealth Drives: '11 Camaro Supercharged Convertible Join Date: May 2014 Location: NJ Posts: 481	I wouldn't use something else that's not recommended by Vortech/Paxton. You can probably get it cheaper on Amazon if you're looking for more. __________________ 2011 Triple Black SS convertible, LSX 427, PRC 260cc heads, Callies Ultra Billet Rods, Wiseco -20 cc piston, Callies Dragon Slayer crank, Strange Dana 60 rear w/3.73 gear ratio and driveshaft, Pfadt coilovers, Pfadt sway bars, Pfadt trailing arms, Pfadt tie rods, Pfadt subframe bushings, Vortech YSi with wastegate and twin BOV, Haltech ECU, Mantic 9000 Twin Clutch, ALKY control meth system with dual nozzle, Squash twin fuel pumps, ACS T3 ports, VIS Terminator Hood, Seibon ZL style lip.

01-09-2015, 08:51 PM	#4
Unreal Drives: 2006 Z06 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 5,712	Zrod 10-30w, but I also have an engine oil fed so that doesn't count. __________________ Nick Corvette Z06 -1200ish rwhp

01-11-2015, 11:22 AM	#8
Unreal Drives: 2006 Z06 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 5,712	Why risk it? The blower oil is cheap. Order enough from summit or a dealer to last a few years and stick it on the shelf. No reason to risk it IMO. A blower rebuild starts around $650, so if risking it is worth that to you, then go for it, but at $11 or less a change I don't see the big deal. __________________ Nick Corvette Z06 -1200ish rwhp

01-11-2015, 12:07 PM	#9
Bo White Drives: 2015 Summit White 2SS 1LE Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Vance Alabama Posts: 8,096	I order the 3 pack from summit or jegs which ever is cheaper. __________________ Retired wanna be cylinder head porter 2015 2SS 1LE Clutch reservoir, Vararam DRX, ported TB, TSP 2" headers, MGW shifter, stage 4 cam and Wilkes 11° 65cc heads Totalled: 2010 1SS Wilkes Performance/Eagle 416 shortblock, TSP custom valvetrain, PRC 260 heads, Edelbrock Pro Flo 102, th400 swap, 8" PTC 5500 stall= 535/435 at the wheels tuned Gen 3 Performance and Dyno 10.97 @ 124 full weight in 3100 DA CamaroFest X

01-11-2015, 12:16 PM	#11
Unreal Drives: 2006 Z06 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 5,712	Should be able to find a local place that stocks it. I can think of 3-4 around here. You are in NJ, I bet ECS has it on the shelf. __________________ Nick Corvette Z06 -1200ish rwhp

01-11-2015, 12:24 PM	#12
patternpilot Drives: 2012 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Tri-Cities WA. Posts: 934 View My Garage	I know that the oil that came with my Whipple was a clear oil and I am pretty sure it is a silicone base so it will not foam. I will buy the same oil. The manufacturer makes extensive tests to make sure oil is right for the application. My recommendation would be to use what they say. __________________ There's more to life than gas mileage LS3, Whipple, Custom Comp Cam, springs, pushrods, timing set, CAI intake, Apex cold air scoop, Doug Thorley TRI-Y headers, Billet Custom Products baffled Valve covers, Mighty Mouse Catch can, ADM FPCM, ZL1 fuel pump, MSD boost-a-pump, Hex Vent hood vents, ProSport gauges(fuel pressure, AFR, Boost), Corsa, 100 cell Cats. Jannetty remote tuned, Pfadt trailing arms, all parts user installed. No Dyno yet. Manual trans. 3.45 gears.

01-11-2015, 05:44 PM	#13
gutterball Drives: 2014 1LS M6 Supercharged Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: New Britain, Ct Posts: 937 View My Garage	You can purchase SuperCharger Oil from Pep Boys

01-11-2015, 06:20 PM	#14
Bo White Drives: 2015 Summit White 2SS 1LE Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Vance Alabama Posts: 8,096	Paxton doesn't make their own because it takes Vortech oil since they are the same company. __________________ Retired wanna be cylinder head porter 2015 2SS 1LE Clutch reservoir, Vararam DRX, ported TB, TSP 2" headers, MGW shifter, stage 4 cam and Wilkes 11° 65cc heads Totalled: 2010 1SS Wilkes Performance/Eagle 416 shortblock, TSP custom valvetrain, PRC 260 heads, Edelbrock Pro Flo 102, th400 swap, 8" PTC 5500 stall= 535/435 at the wheels tuned Gen 3 Performance and Dyno 10.97 @ 124 full weight in 3100 DA CamaroFest X