Originally Posted by kewdawg
What's ARO?
If, after run oil desolves the putty in the crank, then will WD40 work. Maybe, White Lightening or electric motor bearing oil?
Oops sorry...ARO = After Run Oil.
WD40....
...I've heard ppl using it that commented that it leaves gel-like substance on the engine part and some said it damages the rubber O-rings of the engine. I do not know to what extent these hold true, but I would not wanna give that a try...
Furthermore, the WD40 acts as a "Water Displacement" mainly, that's where the WD came from, it's good in getting rid of the moisture and hence inhibiting rust; but in the aspect of leaving a layer of protective lubricant, I doubt so that it will do a BETTER job than ARO. The WD40 tends to evaporate after a while and leave a thin film of layer, it might work OK if it's for short term (few days) storage, not sure if it's ok for longer term.
My recommendation will be either the Novarossi or Tornado ARO.
Oh yes, WD40 dissolves adhesives and eases removal of bonding material, bad for the crank putty!