Oil, Lubes, etc.
Some notes on which oils and lubricants to use for what.
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Car motor oil has detergents which are good for lifting crap and circulating it into the oil filter.
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3-in-one is lightweight.
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Lightweight oils will evaporate.
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LOL - these guys use ancient fans - good list of oils for things - http://www.fancollectors.org/info/Lubrication.htm
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Bike chain DIY lubricant - auto motor oil + mineral spirits (turpentine) to clean bike chains - http://forums.mtbr.com/drivetrain-shifters-derailleurs-cranks/who-uses-motor-oil-lube-their-chain-15953.html
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Bike lubrication - what to grease, what to oil, etc - http://bicycletutor.com/lubricants