Is there something else i can use to lubricate my trumpet valves besides valve oil....I don't have any at the moment but really need to lubricate the valves.
I found vasaline worked if you're on a tight budget, but baby oil works better.
Honestly, vaseline will screw up your valves over long uses as the viscosity of the material will make your valves stick harder. Baby oil has minerals in it that will eventually build up on the valves and start corroding it. The best lubricant you can use is saliva because it will not create build up. It is cheap and effective but not recommendable. I remember my valves were stuck right before a show, but I spit on them and they worked fine. Its a short term solution, but go out and buy some valve oil.
