RE: After Run Oil
It just makes me feel good knowing the methanol is out and some oil is in protecting the bearings. It's not much bother for me, but it is an extra thing to do before packing up. I have had a couple of bearings rust on me in the past and that's what makes me want to do it. It's just personal preference I guess. If you don't think your bearings are in danger of getting little rust pits, then don't worry about it. Castor provides quite a bit of protection, but I think it's still good to at least burn out the methanol to keep from drawing in moisture from the air. Have you ever left tool steel out in the rain? It's amazing how fast the rust forms. Again, the castor will help protect it, but I just feel better adding the oil.