Compass Oil

[Charlie]

Hi:

While working on my auto pilot I managed to spill half the oil out of the autopilot compass. Does anyone know if there is a special oil that should be used for this? It felt like normal motor oil. Does it very by brand? Mine is an Alpha 3000.

[mikereed100]

Charlie,

When my compass hemorrhaged years ago I tried mineral oil but it was too thick. I ended up using mineral spirits and it has worked perfectly, but your compass may be different. Any chance of advice from the manufacturer?

Mike

[Ex-Calif]

Hi Charlie this is a bit of a recurring thread around here.

Here is a link to a specifi Alpha 3000 thread. One member talks about getting factory help about half way downt eh page.

http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/...ded-11709.html

Here is a search result to a bunch of threads on compas oil.

what compass oil - Google Search

[Charlie]

Thanks Dan:

I guess I missed that thread. That was when my father was dying. I've brought the whole thing home so I can trouble shoot it but more likely send it off to be repaired. I saw one on Ebay not long ago that sold for $400. Should have bought it.

Charlie

[funsailthekeys]

I bought my compass oil from West Marine.