Miket_NYC
2:10pm? ?
I don't know where you guys live, but in my basement shop the temperature is constant within +/- 10 degree or so. My only environmental problem is humidity in the warmer months, which I keep at bay with a dehumidifier.
I have a mini-lathe, a mini-mill, an 11" Logan lathe, and a South Bend shaper. The shaper has a built-in oiling system (which was a pain to get right when I was restoring the shaper, but is nice to have now).?
On all of them I used to use cheaper stuff, but now I use Mobil Vactra #2. It's about $50 a gallon, but a gallon will last you for years, so why not use the best?
Mike Taglieri?
California where it is hot ?.?
I use the same oil since 1976?
Dave?
davesmith1800