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Originally Posted by Tools R Us
I use mainly Mobil DTE oil on/in my stuff, Vactra on the ways. In a pinch the oil for chainsaw chains works well on ways, etc, sticky stuff.
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We use Vactra at work. Thing is the Vactra formula was changed to remove the tackifier about a year ago (per several threads on Practical Machinist.com). The new Vactra doesn't stick to the ways NEARLY as well as the stuff I mentioned (or other tacky way oils). Not an issue at work 'cause the machines are used/oiled almost every day in a climate controled building. But in a home shop Vactra could evaporate before the next use leaving the machine prone to rust.
Nick