'41 Buick rear shocks. What fluid?

Discussion in 'Classic Buicks' started by SwedishGS455-71, May 28, 2007.

  1. SwedishGS455-71

    SwedishGS455-71 Well-Known Member

    My '41 Buick shop manual says " use only Delco Shock absorber fluid" ??

    What kind of fluid can I use?? Hydraulic fluid or what? Transmission fluid??

    Help me out here??!!:Do No:

    Thanks// Jan
     
    SwedishGS455-71, May 28, 2007
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  2. matresspilot

    matresspilot New Member

    Hi,
    I have the same problem with my '54. I want to take care of it ASAP but I can't seem to find anyone who can tell me what alternative there might be, IF there is one. :rolleyes:
    Some one suggested rear axle oil, but I'm afraid to use anything that might clog up the small holes in the absorber unless advised by a professional or those with first hand experience.
    Well let me know if you find the answer.
     
    matresspilot, Sep 7, 2007
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  3. telriv

    telriv Founders Club Member

    Pick up some hydraulic jack fluid at NAPA or something. Same stuff.

    Tom T.
     
    telriv, Sep 7, 2007
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  4. SwedishGS455-71

    SwedishGS455-71 Well-Known Member

    This is what I did, worked like a charm :)

    // Jan
     
    SwedishGS455-71, Sep 14, 2007
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