The beginners dilemma

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WD40 is not oil. Too many people treat it like it is.

That's not what the Wikipedia link says.

"WD-40 is primarily composed of various hydrocarbons."
"The long-term active ingredient is a non-volatile, viscous oil which remains on the surface, providing lubrication and protection from moisture."

They state the MSDS sheet says "<25% petroleum base oil, presumably a mineral oil or light lubricating oil."

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