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Posted by Jordan Lopez (Member # 2654) on May 21, 2018, 08:48 AM:
Hi all,
I recently took a trip around our local thrift store and found a Bell and Howell 253-AR 8mm projector, thankfully it works but has a few quirks. Firstly the belts are tired and stretched so new ones have been ordered and the second is it sounds like it needs a good oiling but not sure what oils to use, does anyone have any they can recommend or suggest? Thanks!
Posted by Maurice Leakey (Member # 916) on May 21, 2018, 09:58 AM:
I suggest you use some thin oil. That sold for use in sewing machines is suitable.
Posted by Barry Fritz (Member # 1865) on May 21, 2018, 11:31 AM:
I like ZOOM oil. The bottle with the long, thin retractable spout is great for getting into small hard to reach places. It is available on Amazon and in Ace Hardware stores. It is a thin, high temp oil originally developed for turbines.
Posted by Richard C Patchett (Member # 974) on May 21, 2018, 01:23 PM:
Greetings
This is what i have been using for many years
Super Lube Oil Pen .25 oz
This is on my web site with picture
http://rcsclassic16mm.com/images/oil%20pen.jpg
RC
Posted by Jordan Lopez (Member # 2654) on May 21, 2018, 10:55 PM:
Thank you guys I will look into the suggestions, hopefully I'll be able to quiet her down! ![[Smile]](smile.gif)
Posted by Zac Matthews (Member # 6679) on October 25, 2018, 09:02 AM:
Does anyone have any suggestions on what kind of oil I should use in my Bell and Howell 606H?
Posted by Maurice Leakey (Member # 916) on October 25, 2018, 10:27 AM:
Zac
Remember that this projector could now be around 60 to 70 years old and as there are numerous gears it's quite probable that it needs more than just a drop of oil.
I suggest you watch the following video which gives some interesting comments on the gears and lubrication.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ef1jMkuYurc
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