What about DMSO?

On Feb 23, 2011, at 11:38 AM, John Ruth wrote:

>> GG's Mention was made of using otherwise "waste" petrochemicals and
>> that applies here. I was using up some dregs in a rusty can that I
>> found in my late father's garage. It was HIGHLY effective as an
>> oilstone cleaner. This was a greasy stone purchased at a Flea Market
>> for $1. The pores of the stone went from totally clogged to totally
>> clean in a few wipes. Yes, it may have been overkill.>> Acrylic
>> Enamel Reducer also removes cosmolene PDQ. I'll start another thread
>> about the cosmolene-encrusted tool I bought at a surplus dealer.
>> John Ruth
> Who recently saw a medical study that proved that the folk remedy of
> rubbing diesel fuel on arthritic knees is totally worthless despite
> testimony to the contrary.
>>>>> Date: Wed, 23 Feb 2011 08:12:20 -0600
>> From: w.taggart@v... To: eppler.kirk@g... Subject: Re: Re: [OldTools]
>> RE: cleaning oilstones
>> CC: oldtools@r...
>>>>>>>> On Feb 23, 2011, Kirk Eppler  wrote:>>>> ::
>>>>>>>> Here's an MSDS for a slow reducer, contains
>> ::>> :: *Toluene
>> :: Light Aliphatic Solvent Naphtha Acetone *2-Butoxyethanol *Mixed
>> :: Xylenes *Methanol *Ethylbenzene
>>>> A/k/a "use in a well-ventilated area; use proper respiratory
>>>>     protective equipment; and avoid any sparks, flames or other
>>>>     potential ignition sources...">>>> Although all are flammable,
>>>>     the methanol and ethylbenzene likely are the worst as far as
>>>>     health risks.
>>>> - Bill T.
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