Originally Posted by
cyccommute
The problem with WD-40 as a “cleaner” is the 25% mineral oil that is added as a lubricant. The 75% mineral spirits in the mixture works well but only if you want to deal with the oily residue. It’s better to just use mineral spirits. Cheaper too.
If you need aerosol (which you really don’t),
Finish Line Speed Degreaser contains all the good stuff without the added oil.
I like the residue since I don’t always put the part back into use immediately but to each their own.