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Lightbulb Refilling Marine Compass

One of the 2 mounted compasses on our boat has lost most of its liquid damping over the years and, before having to replace the unit, we thought we might have a go at refilling it. I understand that the best liquid is a mix of alcohol (methylated spirit) and water. Does anyone know the correct proportions to mix or have any other advice on this please ?

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Contact the manufacturer, Ritchie uses something else, I think it was mineral spirits, but I'm not sure.
If it's an expensive compass, it might be worth sending it off for repair. Mine was a cheap one and I replaced it after refilling didn't work.
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Contact the manufacturer, Ritchie uses something else, I think it was mineral spirits, but I'm not sure.
If it's an expensive compass, it might be worth sending it off for repair. Mine was a cheap one and I replaced it after refilling didn't work.
Do what XORT said; as some are filled with mineral oil or machine oil others use pure alcohol, call the company.
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Thanks xort and Simon. I've discovered that the old liquid is actually barbecue lighter liquid. Compass disintegrated on dismantling it so it looks like we have to buy another now anyway. Trouble is getting the right size to fill the hole left by its predecessor !!
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The West Marine catalog shows several different compasses, surely one might fit. West Marine - Make Boating Better with New Boating Gear from West Marine
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Thanks. Hopefully I can a suitable replacement nearer to home (Ireland).
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