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khschs · 10-28-2021, 10:13 AM

What is the correct gear oil to use in a s.co.t supercharger?

V8COOPMAN · 10-28-2021, 10:46 AM

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If you will PM "PeterC" at the link BELOW, another FordBarn member that owns the beautiful, innocent-looking '35 3-Window coupe seen below, he 'll be able to tell you with authority what you need to know. Tell him that Coopman sent ya!

https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/priva...o=newpm&u=2205

solidaxle · 10-28-2021, 11:06 AM

I use Lucus 85w-140 gear oil. There's only 3 bearings and two gears, nothing too complicated. Check every 1000 miles and keep the level where you can see it in the bottom of the reservoir/breather opening.

Tim Ayers · 10-28-2021, 11:19 AM

I would try to reach out to Ronnie Roadster. He has run one for years on his '32 and is one of the top experts regarding the rebuilding of these super chargers.

Ronnieroadster · 10-28-2021, 04:40 PM

Hi Tim
What I use is a 90 weight synthetic gear lube this has worked perfectly in all of my Scot or Ital superchargers for many thousands of miles. The synthetic lube is what I recommend using for the many blowers I have built for others including GMC blowers.
Remember to leave the gear case vent open so no pressure builds up in the case.
Ronnieroadster

mfirth · 10-28-2021, 05:44 PM

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That 35 has a GR8 looking engine. If it runs as good as it looks, WOW ! Thanks 4 posting the pics !

Ronnieroadster · 10-28-2021, 06:06 PM

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Originally Posted by mfirth

That 35 has a GR8 looking engine. If it runs as good as it looks, WOW ! Thanks 4 posting the pics !

I know who built it

V8COOPMAN · 10-28-2021, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by mfirth

That 35 has a GR8 looking engine. If it runs as good as it looks, WOW ! Thanks 4 posting the pics !

The rest of the car is beyond insane, too! DD

Check-out some of the details like custom exhaust brackets. Finish is phenomenal. DD

VeryTangled · 10-28-2021, 07:53 PM

The one time I got eyeballs on PeterC's '35, they fell out and stayed that way for two days! They don't get any better, neater, cleaner or more detailed a custom job than that one!

V8COOPMAN · 10-28-2021, 09:13 PM

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Originally Posted by VeryTangled

The one time I got eyeballs on PeterC's '35, they fell out and stayed that way for two days! They don't get any better, neater, cleaner or more detailed a custom job than that one!

One last one for now! DD

1952henry · 10-28-2021, 11:40 PM

Nice, indeed.

Zeke3 · 10-29-2021, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by V8COOPMAN

Is the speedometer turtle mounted correctly in this photo? I thought it should point toward the left side of the vehicle.

I agree with others, this is one beautiful early V-8.

V8COOPMAN · 10-29-2021, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Zeke3

Is the speedometer turtle mounted correctly in this photo? I thought it should point toward the left side of the vehicle.

I agree with others, this is one beautiful early V-8.

Zeke ....On any common old Ford, you are correct. Now (and since I don't know squat about Columbia rear ends and how they are plumbed), this car is equipped with a Columbia. Would that have anything to do with the cable's direction exiting the turtle? DD

V8COOPMAN · 10-29-2021, 02:00 PM

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There is a switch for shifting the Columbia mounted just to the right of the radio head, and down at the bottom of dash panel which can be seen on Peter's car if you look carefully through the steering wheel. I believe that speedo cable is routed to that switch on the RIGHT side of car. But what do I know? DD

Zeke3 · 10-29-2021, 04:51 PM

Thanks Coop, that is a reasonable explanation.

Bored&Stroked · 10-30-2021, 02:21 PM

Given how well that car is sorted out, I don't believe the turtle orientation was not purposely done, but who knows. The usual reason for strange alignment was when somebody shortens a torque tube and/or moves the radius arm mounts, they forget to align the turtle in the correct orientation. Have seen this issue multiple times!

Farley's34 · 10-31-2021, 03:47 PM

Peter no longer owns this car...

V8COOPMAN · 10-31-2021, 05:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Farley's34

Peter no longer owns this car...

That is true! Peter gave me a shot at it. That is one of the FINEST old Fords on the planet. Whoever the "early bird" was, he made a wise decision. That coupe will ALWAYS be known as "PeterC's" coupe!

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tubman · 10-31-2021, 05:09 PM

I want to see what he does next!

V8COOPMAN · 10-31-2021, 05:29 PM

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Originally Posted by tubman

I want to see what he does next!

Peter told me that he's selling his two Ford coupes to give himself more time to devote to his beautiful Mossport, big-block '66 coupe! His green '39 with early Caddy engine MIGHT still be available. DD

10-28-2021, 10:13 AM	#1
khschs Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 70	S.co.t question What is the correct gear oil to use in a s.co.t supercharger?

10-28-2021, 10:46 AM	#2
V8COOPMAN Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: East Shore of LAKE HOUSTON Posts: 11,113	Re: S.co.t question . If you will PM "PeterC" at the link BELOW, another FordBarn member that owns the beautiful, innocent-looking '35 3-Window coupe seen below, he 'll be able to tell you with authority what you need to know. Tell him that Coopman sent ya! https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/priva...o=newpm&u=2205 __________________ *Click Links Below* __ ▼ *'35-'36 W/8BA & MECHANICAL FAN* *T5 W/TORQUE TUBE*

10-28-2021, 11:06 AM	#3
solidaxle Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: upstate NY Posts: 478	Re: S.co.t question I use Lucus 85w-140 gear oil. There's only 3 bearings and two gears, nothing too complicated. Check every 1000 miles and keep the level where you can see it in the bottom of the reservoir/breather opening. Last edited by solidaxle; 10-28-2021 at 11:12 AM.

10-28-2021, 11:19 AM	#4
Tim Ayers Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: NJ Posts: 6,179	Re: S.co.t question I would try to reach out to Ronnie Roadster. He has run one for years on his '32 and is one of the top experts regarding the rebuilding of these super chargers.

10-28-2021, 04:40 PM	#5
Ronnieroadster Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: East Coast in CT Posts: 1,529	Re: S.co.t question Hi Tim What I use is a 90 weight synthetic gear lube this has worked perfectly in all of my Scot or Ital superchargers for many thousands of miles. The synthetic lube is what I recommend using for the many blowers I have built for others including GMC blowers. Remember to leave the gear case vent open so no pressure builds up in the case. Ronnieroadster __________________ I use the F word a lot no not that word these words Flathead , Focus and Finish. "Life Member of the Bonneville 200 MPH Club using a Ford Flathead block" Owner , Builder, Driver of the First Ford Flathead bodied roadster to run 200 MPH Record July 13, 2018 LTA timing association 200.921 in one and a half miles burning gasoline. First ever gas burning Ford flathead powered roadster to run 200 MPH at Bonneville Salt Flats setting the record August 7th 2021 at 205.744 MPH

10-28-2021, 05:44 PM	#6
mfirth Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: ohio Posts: 986	Re: S.co.t question Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) That 35 has a GR8 looking engine. If it runs as good as it looks, WOW ! Thanks 4 posting the pics !

10-28-2021, 07:53 PM	#9
VeryTangled Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: (Not far enough...) Outside of DC Posts: 3,387	Re: S.co.t question The one time I got eyeballs on PeterC's '35, they fell out and stayed that way for two days! They don't get any better, neater, cleaner or more detailed a custom job than that one! __________________ -Jeff H Have you thought about supporting the Early Ford V-8 Foundation Museum?

10-28-2021, 11:40 PM	#11
1952henry Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: North Dakota Posts: 1,619	Re: S.co.t question Nice, indeed. __________________ I dig coal, which provides motivation for EVs.

10-29-2021, 02:00 PM	#14
V8COOPMAN Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: East Shore of LAKE HOUSTON Posts: 11,113	Re: S.co.t question . There is a switch for shifting the Columbia mounted just to the right of the radio head, and down at the bottom of dash panel which can be seen on Peter's car if you look carefully through the steering wheel. I believe that speedo cable is routed to that switch on the RIGHT side of car. But what do I know? DD __________________ *Click Links Below* __ ▼ *'35-'36 W/8BA & MECHANICAL FAN* *T5 W/TORQUE TUBE*

10-29-2021, 04:51 PM	#15
Zeke3 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Columbus, IN Posts: 1,406	Re: S.co.t question Thanks Coop, that is a reasonable explanation.

10-30-2021, 02:21 PM	#16
Bored&Stroked Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Central Ohio Posts: 5,064	Re: S.co.t question Given how well that car is sorted out, I don't believe the turtle orientation was not purposely done, but who knows. The usual reason for strange alignment was when somebody shortens a torque tube and/or moves the radius arm mounts, they forget to align the turtle in the correct orientation. Have seen this issue multiple times!

10-31-2021, 03:47 PM	#17
Farley's34 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Albany New York Posts: 505	Re: S.co.t question Peter no longer owns this car...

10-31-2021, 05:09 PM	#19
tubman Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Minnesota, Florida Keys Posts: 10,315	Re: S.co.t question I want to see what he does next!