The distinctive smell of EP gear lube is a combination of the manufacturing
process of long-chain polymer friction modifiers, high sulphur content, and
phospor based additives. Long chains being hacked to pieces under tons of
pressure per square inch give off an odor reminiscent of melted plastic. When
exposed to a normally acidic environment, rich in sulphur and phospor, the
stench gets downright unpleasant. The remaining odor-additives are a secret
blend of exotic sawdust, Old Spice, case-hardened peanut butter, and eleven
herbs and spices..... Mark Childers
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