Caution regarding an aspect of our hobby.

[rondog]

Yessir, a common problem that's not commonly known these days, but the old timers knew all about it. This is the main reason for steel rag buckets with the spring loaded lids that open with a foot pedal, for putting oily rags in so they don't spontaneously combust and burn places down.

[DFBrews]

Yessir, a common problem that's not commonly known these days, but the old timers knew all about it. This is the main reason for steel rag buckets with the spring loaded lids that open with a foot pedal, for putting oily rags in so they don't spontaneously combust and burn places down.

Yup all the mechanic shops have to have these for OSHA's requirments.

[DSB OUTDOORS]

Thanks for that!! I keep linseed oil around the shop to use on my trailer beds on the wood. GOOD to know!!

[rondog]

Yeah, it's wierd how an oily rag can generate enough heat on its own to burst into flames, but they damn sure will!

[DFBrews]

Yeah, it's wierd how an oily rag can generate enough heat on its own to burst into flames, but they damn sure will!

We had hay stacks do the same thing growing up.

[Irving]

What causes them to combust?

[Half Live]

What causes them to combust?

IIRC, there is a chemical reaction when the oil breaks down that causes heat to be produced and when it gets hot enough, bam, fire.