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[quote]QUOTE: Originally posted by Don Gibson SOME FACT VS. FICTIONS: 1. Contrary to any theories, OIL on your track attracts dust and dirt. ALL OILS. Transmission fluid is an oil. so are Wahl clipper oil and 'Contact' Cleaners. [/quote] Don's so right! As an illustration: use vegetable oil (because it's service life is Very short) and spread a bit on some glass. come back in a day-- it's sticky. Same goes with motor oil, or any oil-- as it oxidizes, it gets sticky. That attracts dirt. Use solvents.. and wipe dry. Test your rail ties if not wood or a polyolefin -- (MFG's should tell us- are they using a polystyrene or polypropylene - th PP is solvent resistant - as is Delrin - styrene is not.). I'd suggest alcohol or (if rails are not painted) paint thinner. Always test your setup for durability and results before widespread application.
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