Andy,

Thanks for your comments. Good points...

I also have used a tiny drop or so of Mineral Oil on chips that have lost their natural oils and look "chalky" after cleaning. It can make a world of difference. I wipe them several times with a dry cotton cloth (after applying the Mineral Oil) and leave out exposed to the air for at least 48 hours prior to placing in a flip.

As far as I have read.... a chipper should NEVER substitute any other kind of oil for Mineral Oil. Oils such as Vegetable & Canola will eventually turn rancid, sticky, and gummy. (just run your finger around the outside lid area of your cooking oil bottle to prove this!)

Looking forward to meeting you at the 2000 Convention.

Best,

Steve Snowden