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For freeing rusted threads a 50/50 mixture of acetone and transmission fluid is a cheap alternative. Apparently the acetone reacts with the iron oxide, making it brittle so it breaks when a twisting force is applied. The transmissiion fluid is simply a very thin lubricant. WD-40 is mostly petroleum distillates. I suppose the costliest item is the can it comes in.

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