KevinB1986
New Member
Hey,
I was just wondering if anyone knows the pros or cons of using used motor oil instead of bar and chain oil? It makes sense to me for two reasons: 1.) It is cheaper than buying bar and chain oil. and 2.) it reuses oil, reduces waste, and is good for the environment.
I know that lots of used motor oil has some gas in it which wouldn't help in the lube department and I do not know what the standard thickness of bar and chain oil is. The used motor oil I use is 15-40, out of my tractor or my friends lobster boat. I wonder if using used motor oil will increase wear on the bar and chain.
Does anyone else have any thoughts on this matter? Does anyone else use used motor oil in their saws? Just wondering. Thanks a lot.
Kevinb1986
I was just wondering if anyone knows the pros or cons of using used motor oil instead of bar and chain oil? It makes sense to me for two reasons: 1.) It is cheaper than buying bar and chain oil. and 2.) it reuses oil, reduces waste, and is good for the environment.
I know that lots of used motor oil has some gas in it which wouldn't help in the lube department and I do not know what the standard thickness of bar and chain oil is. The used motor oil I use is 15-40, out of my tractor or my friends lobster boat. I wonder if using used motor oil will increase wear on the bar and chain.
Does anyone else have any thoughts on this matter? Does anyone else use used motor oil in their saws? Just wondering. Thanks a lot.
Kevinb1986