Xtreme oiling of pistons

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Will
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Post by Will »

I too oil my valves every time before I play. I never thought about inside the valves.

Thanks bloke for bringing this to my attention!
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wow I only oil my valves on a regular basis, or until they start to feel sluggish at latest. 3-4 times a week maybe? :oops:
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bloke wrote:Even with "modern" monel and stainless steel pistons, the cross ports are still made of thin yellow brass tubing - which can rot.
Ah-Ha - Finally, Proof positive that rotors are better!!

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Hmm. Never thought of that. Thanks for the tip.
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