Penetrating Oil Thread

[LowGear]

Wasn't there a thread that discussed the best oil or "stuff" to loosen tight nuts.  (Keep it clean.)

Suggestions?

Casey

[vdubnut62]

George Breckenridge on his "Lister Longevity"has a study that recommends half tranny fluid and half acetone.
It works pretty good for me
Ron.

[Tom Reed]

This formula is also known as Ed's Red. I'm kind of partial to PB Blaster.

[Ronmar]

Yep, 50/50 ATF and Acetone does work pretty well...

[LowGear]

Acetone and ATF it is in the morning.  This was recommended on LEF as well.

Thanks

[Carlb]

yup,  50/50 mix atf and acetone works very well.   I have been using it for years.

Carl

[vdubnut62]

An old(er than me) dude once told me to "throw it in the pond and let it soak for a month or so". I suppose water is the universal solvent, but I don't want to soak some things in the pond!
Ron.

[Ronmar]

An old(er than me) dude once told me to "throw it in the pond and let it soak for a month or so". I suppose water is the universal solvent, but I don't want to soak some things in the pond!
Ron.

I have heard that same thing from an old(also older than me:)) machinist who used to restore antique engines.  He would submerge the whole engine block in water with a heater in it and let it set...

[LowGear]

Wow!  That acetone is some strong stuff.  The oil can pump stopped moving oil or at least 50/50 ATF/acetone.  I'll pick up an old fashioned bottom style oil can and get back on it.

Casey

[Carlb]

Wow!  That acetone is some strong stuff.  The oil can pump stopped moving oil or at least 50/50 ATF/acetone.  I'll pick up an old fashioned bottom style oil can and get back on it.

Casey

Yes don't use plastic with acetone,  It will just get eaten up.   I use an old time copper oil can for mine.

[vdubnut62]

I use a hair color applicator bottle I stole from my Wife.  If you tell her it will have DIRE consequences, up to and including the sugaring of the fuel for your favorite engine!
Just Kidding.
Ron.

[vdubnut62]

If you tell I said she colors her hair, the consequences will be worse!!!!!!!!!!

Ron.