Originally Posted by
HillRider
WD-40 is basically Kerosene (or more accurately, it's refined twin OMS) with a little lube dissolved in it. So, if Kerosene is the tapping fluid of choice for Aluminum, it's what the OP actually used.
My comment was more aimed at using the crank tool to chase the threads than what to use for cutting oil, but thanks...
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Last edited by rmfnla; 01-17-16 at 08:03 PM.