The owner soon adopted the "Pro's Checklist" to protect their investment:

They quickly learned that storing it near the roll-up door was a mistake. Temperature swings cause the drum to "breathe," drawing in humid air that condenses into water at the bottom of the oil. Chapter 3: The Maintenance Ritual

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.

They used desiccant breathers to filter out dust and moisture every time the pump was used. Chapter 4: The Payoff