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Gear Lube - 5 Things You Probably Don't Know About
So What's To Understand About Gear Lube?Even if you're a lubrication expert, you may not know all of the ins and outs of gear lube. Sure, you know it's different from regular ol' motor oil, but you don't know exactly how it's different or why those differences are so significant.Fear not… You're about to get a crash course in gear lube! By the time you make it through these 5 points, you'll feel like an expert.1. It's used for a very specific purpose.Gear lube is undoubtedly true to its name bec
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17th May 2014
Why Do So Many People Love Schaeffer Oil?
People love Schaeffer's OilSo what's their secret? Why do so many people love Schaeffer oil?-Because it passes
all the tests!
Schaeffer's oil has definitely been put to the test over the
years. Instead of simply saying that
this oil can increase performance, the people at Schaeffer's -- and even some of their
customers -- have actually tested the results.One trucking company started tracking its oil-related expenditures when
it switched to Schaeffer's oil back in 1998. Ever since they've
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17th May 2014
What's So Great About Waterproof Grease?
Waterproof Grease Usefulness
Take a stroll through your equipment owner's manual or an online boating forum, and you'll undoubtedly see mentions of waterproof grease. But what exactly is this stuff? And, more importantly, what's so great about it?-It's designed to last for the long haul
Waterproof grease is very thick -- so thick that it's semisolid at room temperature! It has to have this consistency so that it doesn't dissolve when it comes into contact with water or other types o
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8th May 2014
Why Are Specialized Lubricants So Important?
Specialized Lubricants Are Important For These Reasons
If you don't drive a race car or operate a giant excavator,
you may not understand all the fuss over specialized lubricants. Can't you head to your local Walmart and grab a cheap bottle of oil or tube of grease? Why does everything have to be so specialized?
Here's why:1. Your equipment
will last longer
Whether you've got a boat to cruise around on over the
weekend or a giant lawnmower that you use to cut all 10 acres of your backya
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7th May 2014
Find the Perfect Specialized Lubricants 5 Tips to Help You
Tips On Finding The Perfect Specialized LubricantsNo matter how specialized they may claim to be, if you pick the wrong lubricants to use in your industrial equipment, you're going to wind up with a real problem! However, there is a ton of information about specialized lubricants floating around, and unfortunately, most of it practically requires a degree in Rocket Science to understand.So, is there an easier way to wind up with the perfect lubricants for your specific needs?Yes! Just
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5th May 2014
A Layman’s Recommendations For Practical Storage of Grease Products by stores.buy1oils.com
Think of grease like it is a food item. You wouldn’t store food close to anything
producing heat or hot steam, would you? If you have food leftovers, they most likely would be placed in a sealed
container and stored back in a cool, dry place, right? Well, the same goes for greases.Grease needs to be stored in a cool, dry place because of its chemical makeup.
Grease
is made up of base oils (other ingredients too) blended with a thickener
that is much like a sponge but not quite. When th
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22nd Apr 2014
Landscapers and Lawn Maintenance Companies Benefit From Schaeffer Oil
RL Services, LLC Testimonial on the Benefits From using Schaeffer Oil Products
You might be wondering how landscaping and
lawn maintenance services
can benefit from using Schaeffer oil and waterproof synthetic greases,
right? The truth is in the results. We asked Ryan Imus from
RL Services, LLC, a landscaper in Stanwood / Camano Island, to switch to Schaeffer oil products and record the results.
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11th Apr 2014
Automotive Gear Oil What You Should Know About It
Automotive Gear Oil is a lubricant that has been specially
designed for transfer cases, manual transmissions, transaxles, and differentials within vehicles
and other similar types of machinery. This sort of oil offers a much higher viscosity to ensure that all of the gears within the machinery are protected. This also allows the lubricant to be transferred effectively
throughout the train of the gears.The Properties of Gear Oil
In most cases, gear oil tends to be associated wi
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1st Apr 2014
Tips On Picking Out Industrial Lubricants
How To Pick Out Excellent Industrial LubricantsChoosing the correct industrial lubricants requires an individual to know their own needs and how various products on the market will be able to meet those needs. This task can be a somewhat daunting one for those unprepared for the challenges ahead; there are many ways individuals can ensure they make sound decisions about the products that will work best for them."It's unwise to pay too much, but it's worse to pay too little. When you pay too
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30th Mar 2014
Hydraulic Oils Getting To Know The Basics
Let's Get To Know The Basics Of Hydraulic OilsHydraulic oils are also known as hydraulic fluids, and they are utilized to transfer power within hydraulic systems in machinery. Hydraulic fluid varies just as much as the fluids in your car. Hydraulic fluid can be formulated from conventional oils, but it can also be made with synthetic base stocks. Hydraulic fluids can also be glycol-based, a water/glycol mix, or even almost 100% water in some applications.The Main Function of Hydraulic
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29th Mar 2014