Originally Posted by
cyccommute
Lacquer thinner is essential mineral spirits. Water based degreasers are basically shampoo and needs to be rinsed before lubricant is applied. Then something needs to be used to dry the water. The easiest way to do that is to use another water soluble solvent like acetone.
Got it. That makes sense...That's why I prefer solvents, they just evaporate and there is no need for rinsing with water.