Marvel Miracle Mystery Oil

SilentSoul · 11-14-2007, 04:50 PM

Ok so I am reading alot of things on lubeing an Ar at ar15.com Alot of guys seems to be using motor oil (castrol 20w40) I have always used clp for cleaning and lube. Now i am hearing good things about this mirace oil, it supposidly won't freeze hangs onto moving parts and does not burn off easily. Any one use this stuff?

ArkansasHunter · 11-14-2007, 04:56 PM

Nope never heard that one...But I heard you could put Slick 50 oil treatment on the interworkings of a semi-auto rifle and it would make it shoot full auto.

...A.H

troy2000 · 11-14-2007, 05:01 PM

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Originally Posted by SilentSoul

Ok so I am reading alot of things on lubeing an Ar at ar15.com Alot of guys seems to be using motor oil (castrol 20w40) I have always used clp for cleaning and lube. Now i am hearing good things about this mirace oil, it supposidly won't freeze hangs onto moving parts and does not burn off easily. Any one use this stuff?

That stuff has been around forever; we used to use it to free up frozen pistons when engines had gotten water into them, or to free up frozen piston rings. I always suspected it was mostly kerosene...

Doctor Larry K · 11-14-2007, 05:16 PM

AH
I've heard that boiling a quart of Crisco and dumping it into a Glock will turn it into full auto.

Doc

JBS · 11-14-2007, 05:39 PM

I've been using Marvels Mystery Oil for a long time and have no complaints, what-so-ever. Lubes good, protects from rust and goes a long way. JB

ArkansasHunter · 11-14-2007, 07:37 PM

Thanks Doc I'll sneak one of my sons Glocks and give it a try...A.H

EDIT: DOC it don't work at all !!!...It did slick it up a mite but was hard to hold on to.

Matter of fact when I fired it with all that Crisco in it I couldn't hold on to it and it went fly'in out of my hand and knocked out my ole ladie...Shor is peaceful right now !
Thank yee...A.H

two-70 · 11-14-2007, 07:51 PM

M14man · 11-14-2007, 08:20 PM

Probably not a bad choice, but alot of shooters including myself have moved to Mobil One the synthetic motor oil in either 5w-30 or 0w-20for all lubrication needs.

Mooseman684 · 11-14-2007, 09:11 PM

I use Amsoil 2 cycle Synthetic On my guns to keep them operational at Sub-zero temps (-20 and colder)and works well for lubrication during Rapid fire and heating up semi-auto Actions.
Marvel Mystery Oil is a Very High Detergent 10w Oil in the same class as Automatic transmission fluid. It was originally intended for upper Valve/ cylinder lubrication on Industrial engines where a special Designed drip unit was installed to increase Valve Life and reduce carbon buildup.
Rich

SilentSoul · 11-14-2007, 10:11 PM

so if it is like atf it should be good for moving parts? i think i will try some castrol or pennzoil 10w30 or 10w40 synthetic. see how it holds up this winter being used out in the elements.

Mooseman684 · 11-14-2007, 10:17 PM

Simple test...Put a sample in the freezer...see what happens. If it stays light and pourable...should be fine.
If it turns to molasses , or waxy, then dont use it..
Rich

on the Ar-15 you can use the Military Oil that is Arctic grade...Alaska Military tested and approved !

SilentSoul · 11-14-2007, 11:41 PM

You ever read something one to many times and think about it to much, That is what I did tonight, They are using Mobile 1. For some reason my mind was thinking castrol I picked up the wrong stuff, so i will clean tonight, and get the right stuff tomorrow and try again.

toolman · 11-14-2007, 11:43 PM

Marvel Mystery Oil is a great product but I've never used it on my guns. I've used it for years to lube my air tools and to dissolve rust. It works similar to Kroil but it's not as thin. It also has a pleasant (to me) mint smell that might not be the best for a favorite deer rifle. It also works well in your gas tank to extend gasoline life if you have a vehicle that's going to sit for awhile.

oldjarhead · 11-19-2007, 12:44 PM

I've used the stuff as a gas additive in my motorcycle. Didn't notice much but the bike seemed to run smoother. A friend of mine swore by it. Never tried it on my weapons...hmmmm...I wonder if it would make my mini-30 any smoother?
I haven't tried the CLP yet but I mainly use Gun Slik to lube mine...guns, guys, get your mind back on track.

rckymtnboy · 11-19-2007, 12:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Doctor Larry K

AH
I've heard that boiling a quart of Crisco and dumping it into a Glock will turn it into full auto.

Doc

LOL. This would only make me hungry for fried chicken once the gun warmed up all that Crisco!!!

SilentSoul · 11-19-2007, 01:25 PM

I'm trying mobile one on my Ar and XD 40 and all I can say is it takes very little. I'm talking i used a q tip and its almost to much. That is my problem with oiling guns I always seem to go overboard a bit.

NRAJOE · 11-19-2007, 07:35 PM

Break free CLP

SilentSoul · 11-19-2007, 07:49 PM

That is what I had always used before. Just trying some new things out. But I will probably end up back with old faithful

Mad Hatter · 11-19-2007, 08:06 PM

Conventional or synthetic oil will lube and preserve, but it attracks dust and it will eventually make your gun VERY sticky, unless you clean it periodically, whether it is in storage or not. I am currently using a moly based commercial spray lube that is AWESOME, very light, very lubricating and very durable. I will see if I can find a supplier.

SilentSoul · 11-20-2007, 12:24 AM

Well I cleaned off all the Oil and re-lubed more lightly and all I can say is that working the action of the gun making a little friction that oil starts to stink! Moose does that Amsoil have a foul odor like a motor oil? I didn't know synthetic oil had such a foul smell.

11-14-2007, 04:50 PM	#1
SilentSoul Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 603 Images: 1	Marvel Miracle Mystery Oil Ok so I am reading alot of things on lubeing an Ar at ar15.com Alot of guys seems to be using motor oil (castrol 20w40) I have always used clp for cleaning and lube. Now i am hearing good things about this mirace oil, it supposidly won't freeze hangs onto moving parts and does not burn off easily. Any one use this stuff?

11-14-2007, 05:39 PM	#5
JBS Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 761	I've been using Marvels Mystery Oil for a long time and have no complaints, what-so-ever. Lubes good, protects from rust and goes a long way. JB Last edited by JBS; 11-14-2007 at 05:53 PM.

11-14-2007, 07:37 PM	#6
ArkansasHunter Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: South Arkansas Posts: 10,678	Thanks Doc I'll sneak one of my sons Glocks and give it a try...A.H EDIT: DOC it don't work at all !!!...It did slick it up a mite but was hard to hold on to. Matter of fact when I fired it with all that Crisco in it I couldn't hold on to it and it went fly'in out of my hand and knocked out my ole ladie...Shor is peaceful right now ! Thank yee...A.H Last edited by ArkansasHunter; 11-14-2007 at 07:42 PM.

11-14-2007, 07:51 PM	#7
two-70 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: ponca city, oklahoma Posts: 1,778	Lmao __________________ What Would Jesus Do ????? Just Ask Him.

11-14-2007, 09:11 PM	#9
Mooseman684 Super Moderator Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Alaska Wilderness Posts: 9,638 Images: 2	I use Amsoil 2 cycle Synthetic On my guns to keep them operational at Sub-zero temps (-20 and colder)and works well for lubrication during Rapid fire and heating up semi-auto Actions. Marvel Mystery Oil is a Very High Detergent 10w Oil in the same class as Automatic transmission fluid. It was originally intended for upper Valve/ cylinder lubrication on Industrial engines where a special Designed drip unit was installed to increase Valve Life and reduce carbon buildup. Rich __________________ You know you might be facing your doom,when all you get is a click when you're expecting a BOOM!

11-14-2007, 04:56 PM	#2
ArkansasHunter Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: South Arkansas Posts: 10,678	Nope never heard that one...But I heard you could put Slick 50 oil treatment on the interworkings of a semi-auto rifle and it would make it shoot full auto. ...A.H

11-14-2007, 05:16 PM	#4
Doctor Larry K Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Palm Springs, Calif. Posts: 425	AH I've heard that boiling a quart of Crisco and dumping it into a Glock will turn it into full auto. Doc

11-14-2007, 08:20 PM	#8
M14man Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: FLA Posts: 430 Images: 10	Probably not a bad choice, but alot of shooters including myself have moved to Mobil One the synthetic motor oil in either 5w-30 or 0w-20for all lubrication needs.

11-14-2007, 10:11 PM	#10
SilentSoul Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 603 Images: 1	so if it is like atf it should be good for moving parts? i think i will try some castrol or pennzoil 10w30 or 10w40 synthetic. see how it holds up this winter being used out in the elements.

11-14-2007, 10:17 PM	#11
Mooseman684 Super Moderator Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Alaska Wilderness Posts: 9,638 Images: 2	Simple test...Put a sample in the freezer...see what happens. If it stays light and pourable...should be fine. If it turns to molasses , or waxy, then dont use it.. Rich on the Ar-15 you can use the Military Oil that is Arctic grade...Alaska Military tested and approved ! __________________ You know you might be facing your doom,when all you get is a click when you're expecting a BOOM! Last edited by Mooseman684; 11-14-2007 at 10:28 PM. Reason: Automerged Doublepost

11-14-2007, 11:41 PM	#12
SilentSoul Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 603 Images: 1	You ever read something one to many times and think about it to much, That is what I did tonight, They are using Mobile 1. For some reason my mind was thinking castrol I picked up the wrong stuff, so i will clean tonight, and get the right stuff tomorrow and try again.

11-14-2007, 11:43 PM	#13
toolman Mr. Fixit Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: abilene,tx Posts: 5,566 Blog Entries: 22	Marvel Mystery Oil is a great product but I've never used it on my guns. I've used it for years to lube my air tools and to dissolve rust. It works similar to Kroil but it's not as thin. It also has a pleasant (to me) mint smell that might not be the best for a favorite deer rifle. It also works well in your gas tank to extend gasoline life if you have a vehicle that's going to sit for awhile. __________________ Don't be messin' with my gun!

11-19-2007, 12:44 PM	#14
oldjarhead Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Mansfield, MO Posts: 814	I've used the stuff as a gas additive in my motorcycle. Didn't notice much but the bike seemed to run smoother. A friend of mine swore by it. Never tried it on my weapons...hmmmm...I wonder if it would make my mini-30 any smoother? I haven't tried the CLP yet but I mainly use Gun Slik to lube mine...guns, guys, get your mind back on track.

11-19-2007, 01:25 PM	#16
SilentSoul Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 603 Images: 1	I'm trying mobile one on my Ar and XD 40 and all I can say is it takes very little. I'm talking i used a q tip and its almost to much. That is my problem with oiling guns I always seem to go overboard a bit.

11-19-2007, 07:35 PM	#17
NRAJOE Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Toledo,OH Posts: 19,043 Images: 3	Break free CLP __________________ U.S. Army 1976-1979 237th Combat Engineers Heilbronn, Germany

11-19-2007, 07:49 PM	#18
SilentSoul Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 603 Images: 1	That is what I had always used before. Just trying some new things out. But I will probably end up back with old faithful

11-19-2007, 08:06 PM	#19
Mad Hatter Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Connecticut Posts: 592	Conventional or synthetic oil will lube and preserve, but it attracks dust and it will eventually make your gun VERY sticky, unless you clean it periodically, whether it is in storage or not. I am currently using a moly based commercial spray lube that is AWESOME, very light, very lubricating and very durable. I will see if I can find a supplier.

11-20-2007, 12:24 AM	#20
SilentSoul Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 603 Images: 1	Well I cleaned off all the Oil and re-lubed more lightly and all I can say is that working the action of the gun making a little friction that oil starts to stink! Moose does that Amsoil have a foul odor like a motor oil? I didn't know synthetic oil had such a foul smell.