La Tromba valve oil CAPS

trpthrld · Heavyweight Member Joined: 09 Mar 2007 Posts: 4806

I've recently switched to La Tromba T2 oil. I'm very happy with how it works on my horns and I like the extended needle for more precise oiling but...what's up with the caps? If you don't "sweet talk" it into the exact right position, you chance oil leaking out.

And even then the wrong bump or jostle and your oil had drained out.

Any suggested fixes other than transferring the oil to a bottle with a cap that actually completely seals?

Thanks!
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bach_again · Posted: Fri Apr 26, 2019 11:24 am Post subject:

Having the same issue!
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cheiden · Posted: Fri Apr 26, 2019 3:46 pm Post subject:

I now have two La Tromba bottles where the caps have fractured, nearly splitting in two. If I don't keep them upright they will pour out. My situation is a bit complicated since I use a gig bag and as such, the bottle may see a bit more abuse than others. But I've never had any other brand's valve oil caps come apart before. I really like the oil but this is a bit of a drag.
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maynard-46 · Posted: Fri Apr 26, 2019 4:06 pm Post subject: La Tromba valve oil CAPS

I started using this about 6 months ago and ended up really liking it. HOWEVER...Dillon's raised the price to $10.25 per bottle for the #2 oil. I think I'll find another oil real soon!!! That pricing is ridiculous!

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