Penetrating Oils
Penetrating Oils
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Anyone know the science (if there is any) behind how penetrating oils are supposed to work? I can understand the penetrating part, since we have products like dye penetrant and wicking Loctite. But, how does a rusted up joint come loose after the stuff gets in? I am thinking that for anything to happen, there would have to be an acid component, chelate, or something to dissolve the rust.





RE: Penetrating Oils
RE: Penetrating Oils
Here are some tricks I've observed in using the penetrating oils. The better one is to slightly warm the joint prior to application. Another one is the tap the nut or stud while applying the oils.
One of the very best penetrating oils is Oil of Wintergreen applied to a warm joint and allowed to soak for at least an hour. It is not used much anymore as it is now considered too toxic. It was available sufficient quantities in a lot of over the counter ligaments to do the job until they cut down on concentrations. This is why some of the better penetrating oils disappeared.
RE: Penetrating Oils
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Penetrating_oil
RE: Penetrating Oils