after sanding or buffing with steel wool depending on your goal with your stock for smoothness or just preservation/water resistance.
-I apply a liberal (evil word sorry) coat of true oil all over the stock for first application covering the inside and outside of the stock making sure there is no beading
-let dry for 24hrs or if in front of a fan ~8-12hrs
-Buff with steel wool
-apply true oil again to all parts of the wood stock in a slightly thinner coating
-let dry for 24hrs or if in front of a fan ~8-12hrs
-Buff with steel wool
-Apply true oil this time only to exterior parts in a thin coating
-let dry for 24hrs or if in front of a fan ~8-12hrs
-Buff with steel wool
-Apply true oil this time only to exterior parts in a thin coating
-let dry for 24hrs or if in front of a fan ~8-12hrs
-Buff with steel wool
*repeat till last coats
2nd last coat buff with a course cloth, then one last true oil application and buff with cloth or towel till ###y
I generally apply between 5 to 8 coats of oil before the stock is finished to my preference. portion out single use amounts into a little container to dab on with your fingers, i recommend using rubber or latex gloves for this job.
WD40 should only be used on your metal parts to either degrease or clean metal parts before re-oiling. If you are looking to degrease the stock I recommend starting with dishsoap then non-bleach tilex or a spray on degreaser rinsing with water. If your looking to remove the stain or refurb bbq coating you can also use natural wood stripper then rub with a brush and spray with the hose. Do this outside or it will clog up your pipes. (Warm weather recommended)