The best penetrating oil in the world

[corpsman]

I keep seeing a lot of guys on here that seem to be using PB Blaster as their go-to penetrating fluid.  it is good stuff, and I use it, but only on stuff that isn't too bad, or too important.  for my worst stuff, and for stuff that I deem to be important, I use Kroil, or Aerokroil. (kroil comes in a spout can, and aerokroil comes in an aerosol can)  my dad always used this stuff, and I've been using it for a long time.  it is absolutely amazing. (no, I don't work for the company, and no I'm not being paid to advertise for them.)  the only reason I still use PB Blaster, is because I save my kroil for the times when I really need it, because it's kind of pricey.  anyway, check it out, it might be worth your time.  I would post a pic of the can, but don't have one right now.  comes in an orange can.

[F Bill]

I keep seeing a lot of guys on here that seem to be using PB Blaster as their go-to penetrating fluid.� it is good stuff, and I use it, but only on stuff that isn't too bad, or too important.� for my worst stuff, and for stuff that I deem to be important, I use Kroil, or Aerokroil. (kroil comes in a spout can, and aerokroil comes in an aerosol can)� my dad always used this stuff, and I've been using it for a long time.� it is absolutely amazing. (no, I don't work for the company, and no I'm not being paid to advertise for them.)� the only reason I still use PB Blaster, is because I save my kroil for the times when I really need it, because it's kind of pricey.� anyway, check it out, it might be worth your time.� I would post a pic of the can, but don't have one right now.� comes in an orange can.

One of these days I will pick up some....PB  is available at Walmart and that's the main reason I keep it in stock instead of Kroil... It is such a huge step above WD.

Where are you finding the Kroil?

[johnrb3b]

Where are you finding the Kroil?

Amazon is (almost) always your friend.
http://www.amazon.com/Kano-Kroil-Penetrating-liquid-KROIL/dp/B000F09CF4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1423512988&sr=8-1&keywords=kroil
http://www.amazon.com/Kano-Aerokroil-Penetrating-aerosol-AEROKROIL/dp/B000F09CEA/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1423512988&sr=8-3&keywords=kroil
Free shipping if you buy $35 or more.
We are approaching the time when Amazon will no longer be sales tax free. I had heard they were going to start collecting state tax on 1 Feb but I bought something this past week and wasn't charged - yet.

[johnrb3b]

But
Even better than Kroil according to someone.

This was posted on one of the forums a few years back. I can't remember where. It lists the torque required to break loose a specific, rusted nut/bolt combination. Don't have the specs but it doesn't matter as it's all relative.

Penetrating oil........... Average load

None ...................... 516 pounds
WD-40 .................... 238 pounds
P Blaster ................ 214 pounds
Liquid Wrench ........... 127 pounds
Kano Kroil ................ 106 pounds
ATF-Acetone mix...........53 pounds
The ATF-Acetone mix was a "home brew" mix of 50-50

It's interesting that P Blaster, the most popular stuff is not much better than WD-40. My experience with P Blaster has been consistently diappointing. I still have 2 cans to use up.

[Quebec Jeep]

Sorry for my ignorance but I was looking for the meaning of ATF and I found this:

https://www.engineeringforchange.org/news/2012/08/14/how_to_make_penetrating_oil.html

[corpsman]

I keep seeing a lot of guys on here that seem to be using PB Blaster as their go-to penetrating fluid.� it is good stuff, and I use it, but only on stuff that isn't too bad, or too important.� for my worst stuff, and for stuff that I deem to be important, I use Kroil, or Aerokroil. (kroil comes in a spout can, and aerokroil comes in an aerosol can)� my dad always used this stuff, and I've been using it for a long time.� it is absolutely amazing. (no, I don't work for the company, and no I'm not being paid to advertise for them.)� the only reason I still use PB Blaster, is because I save my kroil for the times when I really need it, because it's kind of pricey.� anyway, check it out, it might be worth your time.� I would post a pic of the can, but don't have one right now.� comes in an orange can.

One of these days I will pick up some....PB� is available at Walmart and that's the main reason I keep it in stock instead of Kroil... It is such a huge step above WD.

Where are you finding the Kroil?

it's actually made here in Nashville, so I'm able to go over to the lab and pick it up. 

[corpsman]

But
Even better than Kroil according to someone.

This was posted on one of the forums a few years back. I can't remember where. It lists the torque required to break loose a specific, rusted nut/bolt combination. Don't have the specs but it doesn't matter as it's all relative.

Penetrating oil........... Average load

None ...................... 516 pounds
WD-40 .................... 238 pounds
P Blaster ................ 214 pounds
Liquid Wrench ........... 127 pounds
Kano Kroil ................ 106 pounds
ATF-Acetone mix...........53 pounds
The ATF-Acetone mix was a "home brew" mix of 50-50

It's interesting that P Blaster, the most popular stuff is not much better than WD-40. My experience with P Blaster has been consistently diappointing. I still have 2 cans to use up.

that's some pretty interesting info.  that "home brew" mix must be the bomb.  with my luck, if I made some, it would probably emit some poisonous gas and kill me.   

[corpsman]

Sorry for my ignorance but I was looking for the meaning of ATF and I found this:

https://www.engineeringforchange.org/news/2012/08/14/how_to_make_penetrating_oil.html

like I always say...  you can find anything on the internet.

[SteveW]

I concur about Kroil and if it doesn't loosen it then nothing will. Another product that is almost as good is called Hill Lube and I don't know where you can get it as the local electrical utility company uses it and I can get a can from a lineman if I ask them. Don't overlook Marvel Mystery Oil either especially if you are not in a hurry and let it soak in.

[corpsman]

I concur about Kroil and if it doesn't loosen it then nothing will. Another product that is almost as good is called Hill Lube and I don't know where you can get it as the local electrical utility company uses it and I can get a can from a lineman if I ask them. Don't overlook Marvel Mystery Oil either especially if you are not in a hurry and let it soak in.

hmmm..  I've never heard of the "hill lube".  I would be interested in giving it a try sometime if I can ever get a hold of any.  and yes...  Marvel Mystery Oil does work pretty well.  I don't use air tools much, but when I do, I use MMO to lube them prior to use.

[athawk11]

I'm a huge fan of the Acetone/ATF mixture.  I used it to break free an engine that hadn't run since 1987.  I used a tube, through the spark plug hole, to center this mixture over the piston.  5 hours of consistent use and the engine was free.  Love it.

Tim

[corpsman]

according to the test results, it looks like it takes the prize.  I guess I need to mix myself up a batch.

[SteveW]

Here is the Hilco� company. It appears it is not an over the counter item so may be tough to find.

http://www.hillmfg.com/products

Found a source

http://www.mfgdirect.com/Hill-Hilco-Lube-Aerosol-5035-all-purpose-lubricant-p/5035.htm