I should note my answer was influenced by my time in the Navy where I learned Preventative Maintenance, which of course has been replaced with Predictive Maintenance.
Bottom line, oil is a whole lot cheaper than a rebuilt compressor pump. There was a oil commercial back in the 60's that featured a "mechanic" saying "you can pay me now, or pay me later" contrasting regular oil changes versus rebuilding an engine.
I have a 60 gallon two stage Champion compressor which I plan to be included in my estate auction.
Bottom line, oil is a whole lot cheaper than a rebuilt compressor pump. There was a oil commercial back in the 60's that featured a "mechanic" saying "you can pay me now, or pay me later" contrasting regular oil changes versus rebuilding an engine.
I have a 60 gallon two stage Champion compressor which I plan to be included in my estate auction.