Drain before freezes
Tank, pump, and spray bar water must be drained or protected when nights drop below freezing.
Prime before the PTO
A centrifugal pump run dry can ruin its seal in minutes; make sure it is primed before engaging.
CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT
Water truck fluids and lubricants.
Diesel engine oil, PTO and pump drive oil, transmission fluid, and grease for construction water trucks, street flushers, and dust-control tankers.
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Fluids by compartment.
Confirm the fluid type, grade, and specifications in the water truck maker’s manual before ordering. These examples are not a fitment result for a specific machine.
Chassis engine and transmission
On-road and off-road water trucks follow the engine and transmission makers’ fluids.
Diesel oil
Signature Series 15W-40 Max-Duty Diesel Oil
15W-40 Signature Series Max-Duty synthetic diesel oil for compatible diesel engines in demanding service.
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Diesel oil
Signature Series 5W-40 Max-Duty Diesel Oil
5W-40 Signature Series Max-Duty synthetic diesel oil for compatible diesel engines in demanding service.
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Commercial transmission fluids
Torque-Drive Automatic Transmission Fluid
Torque-Drive Automatic Transmission Fluid for compatible commercial drivetrain systems.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗PTO and pump drive
PTOs and pump gearboxes list a gear oil or share transmission fluid; confirm which applies to yours.
Gear oil
SEVERE GEAR 75W-90 Gear Lube
SEVERE GEAR 75W-90 synthetic gear lube for compatible gear applications, including demanding towing and hauling use.
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Gear oil
SEVERE GEAR 80W-90 Gear Lube
SEVERE GEAR 80W-90 synthetic gear lube for compatible gear applications, including demanding towing and hauling use.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗Pump bearings and spray heads
Pump bearings and spray-head pivots take a water-resistant grease where the maker allows.
Grease & assembly lube
Synthetic Water-Resistant Grease
A synthetic grease for compatible components exposed to water, including boat trailers and powersports equipment.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗Axles and chassis
Drive axles and chassis grease points follow the truck maker.
Gear oil
80W-140 Long Life Gear Lube
80W-140 Long Life Gear Lube for compatible differentials and gear assemblies.
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Grease & assembly lube
NLGI #2 Synthetic Polymeric Truck, Chassis and Equipment Grease
NLGI #2 polymeric grease for compatible truck, chassis, and equipment components requiring this consistency grade.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗ORDER THROUGH INDEPENDENT AMSOIL DEALER #30734402
Ready to order, or have a question first?
Shop AMSOIL directly with Jeff’s dealer number already attached, or open a business account. AMSOIL handles pricing, checkout, and shipping. If you contact AMSOIL another way, give them dealer number 30734402.
Prefer to talk it through? Email Jeff at [email protected] with your equipment, the fluid now in use, and your approximate volume.
Frequently asked questions
What oil goes in a water truck pump gearbox?
The oil the pump or PTO maker lists for that gearbox.
What grease for water truck spray heads?
A water-resistant grease, if the spray head maker permits it.
General maintenance information. Always follow the equipment maker’s requirements and the current product data. Product availability, pricing, and account terms are set by AMSOIL.
Industries that use this equipment
More construction equipment
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Jeff Pittman · A1 Synthetic Oil · Independent AMSOIL Dealer #30734402 · Newport, Washington · [email protected]