Automotive machine shop, we've used Vactra #2 forever, but it's getting more expensive and more difficult to buy.
On our Storm-Vulcan crankshaft grinders, the ways only move a few inches and at hand-cranked low speeds. They do use misted aqueous coolant. Vactra makes much of how it won't mix with water, but the ways are well-protected. When refurbing the machines, if they've had any maintenance, there is little evidence of moisture in the ways.
Question, do any of you use any way oil...
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On our Storm-Vulcan crankshaft grinders, the ways only move a few inches and at hand-cranked low speeds. They do use misted aqueous coolant. Vactra makes much of how it won't mix with water, but the ways are well-protected. When refurbing the machines, if they've had any maintenance, there is little evidence of moisture in the ways.
Question, do any of you use any way oil...
Read more