Well, please, write what you mean. Lubraplate chain and cable lube - I'm sure is great stuff. Did you search online for it ? No, I don't use wd for a pure lube, that's why I use the Prolong. Some things I'll loosen 'em up first with wd, then use a spray synthetic grease next. I use about 30 different lubes n' spooges, at least. Well I'm sure You would know what the WD in wd-40 stands for. How many formulations were tried before the guy came up with 'the one.' ? I don't use ATF that much, except in auto transmissions. I suppose if I wanted an oil, like an engine oil, but not engine oil, then I might use ATF. I'll use it for a pneumatic tool lube if I don't have the real stuff. Scott -----Original Message----- From: Allan Streib [mailto:streib@cs.indiana.edu] Sent: Tuesday, December 18, 2007 2:22 PM To: Scott Daniel - Shazam Cc: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Re: Lube Raditor fan motor bushings? "Scott Daniel - Shazam " <scottdaniel@turbovans.com> writes: > 'Debates about the abilities and characteristics about WD-40 are only > exceeded by the amount of debates about engine oil types, grades, and > properties." > > I.e. don't want to hear it. I 'know' it lubricates, says so on the > can. I didn't say (or didn't mean to say) that it does NOT lubricate -- what I meant is that is not its best quality. "WD" stands for water displacement, the formula was originally developed for the military for that purpose. I love WD-40, but it would not be my FIRST choice for a lubricant. As a spray lube I really like Lubriplate Chain and Cable lube, I have a spray can that is down to its last drops. Have not been able to find it locally in years. ATF works well in a lot of places. This Prolong stuff sounds interesting and I am going to give it a try. > had this one friend.........he would always say 'I heard that wd-40 > just *cleans* the metal'.............all I can say is do what works > for you ! From the FAQ (http://www.wd40.com/Brands/wd40_faqs.html): "WD-40 cleans/degreases, penetrates to loosen up stuck parts, prevents corrosion and is a light lubricant." So I'd say we're all right, to one degree or another. Allan |
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