Soaking old stocks in kersoene to remove years of diet, oil, grease, etc.

[muffett.2008]

The only drawback I see on kerosine, is that it causes metal to rust if not oiled.
Timber absorbs Kerosine, so if some leaches out it may cause problems under the woodline later on.

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[1903Collector]

The only drawback I see on kerosine, is that it causes metal to rust if not oiled.
Timber absorbs Kerosine, so if some leaches out it may cause problems under the woodline later on.

I dint mention, but yes, the wood is completely stripped. Perhaps the sun and heat in Dallas is a factor, but Ive not an issue with kerosene being absorbed let alone blooming later. Still, Ive found some posts that discount the use of kerosene and I am looking for technical reasons why. I have wondered if I should use mineral spirits, Simple Green (I do like that idea) or even turpentine, but for some reason kerosene has been my solvent of choice.