When space allowed, they stored drums on their sides with the bungs (plugs) at the 3 and 9 o'clock positions . This ensured the seals were submerged in oil, preventing air and moisture from being "inhaled".
The owner soon adopted the "Pro's Checklist" to protect their investment: buy oil by the drum
When the delivery truck arrived, reality set in. A 55-gallon drum is not just a "big bottle"; it is a heavy, dangerous projectile if handled poorly. When space allowed, they stored drums on their
The transition to buying oil by the drum often begins as a simple quest for savings but quickly becomes a lesson in industrial logistics. For a small garage owner or a high-volume hobbyist, moving from quart-sized bottles to a steel drum is a significant milestone. Chapter 1: The Decision to Bulk Up A 55-gallon drum is not just a "big