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Re: Jins Oilers
« on: August 20, 2025, 08:59:38 am »
What does that cross hole actually do?

I assume that the coned tip has a seat at the bottom of the oiler to regulate the flow, or even shut it off, but I can't quite see what the cross hole in the shaft does to enhance function???
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