AA> TW> IF not doing extensive Gaming or Video Editing I think you
AA> TW> would be safe in disabiling the fan. Don't remove the heat
AA> TW> sink though.

AA>I can't find "sewing machine oil" anywhere.  Would
"3-in-1" brand oil do?

Yes it would. And despite what some may say WD-40 IS not sutiable.
It's lubricating capabilities are way too low.  low
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