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No, it is better than nothing but will eventually rinse off what little lubrication remains on the bearings. It's much too thin.
Does anyone concur, though, that while a repack is best, oil is better than leaving it full of 25 year old dry grease
No. Let it sit for 25 years and a few days until he can have it properly overhauled - which includes removing the old glue...er...grease - and packed with fresh grade 25 balls and good bicycle-type grease.