Is it wrong ? Valvoline X-All -Grease

[cdaline]

So I'm at the swap today...
Came across a vintage 1 lb.
can of Valvoline X-All Grease.
I started reading the fine
print and noted "marine"
applications... specifically
"excellent protection against
salt water corrosion" also
mentions being an "outstanding
lubricant for upper assemblies
of outboard motors". As much as
I like Penn reel grease.... $35 /
1 lb. tin seems excessive. I gave
$5 for this almost full tin.
Just wonder if any here have used
this product in reel maintenance,
repair and rehab ? And, is this
inappropriate for these tasks ?
Thanks , Charles
https://imgur.com/a/Jzyn2Ip

[handi2]

It's probably better than Penn's grease..

[foakes]

It is probably good.

The checks and balances for me —- would come down to:

Stiffness after storage
Marine grade (salt water)
Ability to stay in place
Ease of removing the grease when re-servicing using solvents
Price/value
Overall operation and performance

I use Yamaha Marine blue grease —- because it has the above points in its favor —- and I figure if it is good enough for the lower outdrives on sea vessels —- it will certainly work on reels —- and it does, very well and inexpensively.

Let us know how the Valvoline works!

Best, Fred

[philaroman]

looks old enough to be petroleum-based
still works, but may have odor & longevity issues

"non-toxic" suggests it might be younger & synthetic

[cdaline]

Well ... it is definitely not
"creamy white in color".... but it is odorless, and still has / is not dried out. The texture feels right.
I'll give it a try and try to remember to report back. Thanks for the insights. I don't see petroleum based products getting any cheaper in the near future.