VR Dashpot oil

[msartori]

Hello,
what type of oil can I use in my VR?
I found in the forum this one:

Motul SAE 50 monograde oil

Is it Correct?

Thank you

[SueDenim]

That will definitely work ok.
Personally, I use a 40 weight (W40) fork oil, but it really doesn't matter too much. Just be aware that the oil's viscosity, and therefore how much damping it provides, will change a little with room temperature. So if you're cutting in a very hot climate, go with a slightly higher weight.

[msartori]

Thank you!

[boryo]

So in best case we need some oil that does not get affected by the temperature?

[ilovedrums247]

Silicon oil is fairly resistant to temperature fluctuations, and can be found in many weights for RC auto shocks and differentials.

[PMST]

I use Motul SAE 50, but as SueDenim said, the viscosity changes with temp and the head can get lighter through the day in the summer out here.