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Offline Marco_4124

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Re: Grease for RC train axles
« Reply #10 on: May 09, 2016, 20:44:47 »
Quote from: playmofire on May 09, 2016, 18:35:32
But it does make things run more smoothly.
Because it removes dirt, but it is not a lubricant. And certain plastics doesn't like WD-40.
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Re: Grease for RC train axles
« Reply #11 on: May 10, 2016, 02:35:48 »
Quote from: playmofire on May 09, 2016, 18:35:32

But it does make things run more smoothly.

SKlick is right, WD-40 is intended as a bolt loosener. It smoothens things for a little while, but it doesn't have staying power like a proper lubricant. Like duct tape, it's become a "go-to" for purposes for which it is not fit.

Ballistol comes highly recommended but it's expensive and I've never tried it.
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