Wash after every storm
Salt left in the box corrodes chains, bearings, and sheet metal; wash and lube after each event.
Off-season storage
Coat bare metal and change gearbox oil if water got in.
MUNICIPAL AND UTILITY EQUIPMENT
Salt and sand spreader fluids and lubricants.
Gear oil, conveyor chain lube, hydraulic or engine oil, and corrosion care for V-box, tailgate, and hopper salt and sand spreaders.
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Fluids by compartment.
Confirm the fluid type, grade, and specifications in the salt and sand spreader maker’s manual before ordering. These examples are not a fitment result for a specific machine.
Spinner and conveyor gearboxes
Gearboxes list a gear oil and level.
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 ↗Drive system
Hydraulic drives use the truck’s central hydraulics; engine-driven V-boxes follow the engine maker.
Hydraulic & tractor fluids
ISO 32 Anti-Wear Hydraulic Oil
ISO 32 Anti-Wear Hydraulic Oil for compatible hydraulic or tractor systems.
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Hydraulic & tractor fluids
ISO 32 Multi-Viscosity Hydraulic Oil
ISO 32 Multi-Viscosity Hydraulic Oil for compatible hydraulic or tractor systems.
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Small-engine oil
10W-30 Small-Engine Oil
10W-30 Small-Engine Oil for compatible four-stroke power equipment.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗Conveyor chain and bearings
Lubricate chains and grease bearings as the maker directs; salt eats dry metal.
Cleaners & protectants
Chain Lube
Chain lubricant for the chain types and equipment listed by AMSOIL.
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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 ↗Corrosion protection
Protect after washdown and before storage.
Cleaners & protectants
Heavy-Duty Metal Protector
A heavy-duty metal protectant for compatible surfaces needing a persistent protective coating.
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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 salt spreader gearbox?
The gear oil the spreader maker lists.
How do I protect a spreader from salt?
Wash after every use, lubricate, and coat bare metal.
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 municipal and utility equipment
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Jeff Pittman · A1 Synthetic Oil · Independent AMSOIL Dealer #30734402 · Newport, Washington · [email protected]