When it comes to protecting from rust, there is nothing better than Eezox:
RetiredUSNChief, everything you describe is part of my protocol and methods document. I will actually be running 3 sets of plates in 3 diff conditions with multiple controls.
Im still puchasing product. I hope to have that part completed by Saturday when I attend a final gun show. I halready have 42 of the 45 products I ordered and have already evaluated those products for
Lubrication (coefficient of static friction)
As well as compatability with plastic
As well as Water dipacement properties.
I can evaluate these factors as each produt is secured but the corrosion evaluation will be done all at the same time so I need all the product before I can do that part.
Hoppes oil is just mineral oil. Mineral oil is also the main ingredient of Ballistol.
OH...and don't forget to toss in WD-40, Mobile-1, used motor oil, lard, and various cooking oils as part of your testing!
Wouldn't want to miss anything, you know...
I tried cleaning with CLP but wasn't impressed. Seems wasteful of a good lubricant using it as a flush. So for me, it's cleaners to clean and lubricants to lube.