Date: Tue, 22 Feb 2011 03:36:00 -0500
Reply-To: Chris S <szpejankowski@GMAIL.COM>
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From: Chris S <szpejankowski@GMAIL.COM>
Subject: Re: WD-40....Fact or Fiction?
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WD-40. Perhaps the most successfully misapplied product in the history
of human kind.
I'd buy a fitted dash cover. They smell better and don't make my
iPhone slippery.
Chris.
Wysłane z iPhone'a
Dnia Feb 21, 2011 o godz. 11:50 John Rodgers <inua@CHARTER.NET> napisał
(a):
> Trying to keep the Dash in the ol' Vanagons clean and shiny is
> something we all struggle with, and plastics in them die a slow
> death as
> the sun cooks the oil out of them and they com apart. So what to do.
>
> Someone sent this list to me a few days ago, claiming WD-40 as some
> kind
> of miracle cleaner/lubricant, and in reading the list, discovered the
> claim that WD-40 can be used to clean and restore the dash and seats
> in
> your car/van. There were many other auto related claims as well. I
> have
> included the list here, and was wondering if anyone had any experience
> with any of these applications of WD-40 to our Vans.
>
>
> John
>
> Here are some WD-40 uses including vehicle uses applications:
>
> 1. Protects silver from tarnishing.
> 2. Removes road tar and grime from cars.
> 3. Cleans and lubricates guitar strings.
> 4. Gives floors that 'just-waxed' sheen without making them
> slippery..
> 5. Keeps flies off cows.
> 6. Restores and cleans chalkboards..
> 7. Removes lipstick stains.
> 8. Loosens stubborn zippers.
> 9. Untangles jewelry chains.
> 10. Removes stains from stainless steel sinks.
> 11. Removes dirt and grime from the barbecue grill.
> 12. Keeps ceramic/terra cotta garden pots from oxidizing.
> 13. Removes tomato stains from clothing.
> 14. Keeps glass shower doors free of water spots .
> 15. Camouflages scratches in ceramic and marble floors.
> 16. Keeps scissors working smoothly.
> 17. Lubricates noisy door hinges on vehicles and doors in homes.
> 18. It removes black scuff marks from the kitchen floor!
> Use WD-40 for those nasty tar and scuff marks on flooring.
> It doesn't seem to harm the finish and you won't have to scrub
> nearly as hard to get them off.
> Just remember to open some windows if you have a lot of marks.
> 19. Bug guts will eat away the finish on your car if not removed
> quickly! Use WD-40!
> 20. Gives a children's playground gym slide a shine for a super fast
> slide.
> 21..... Lubricates gear shift and mower deck lever for ease of
> handling
> on riding mowers.
> 22. Rids kids rocking chairs and swings of squeaky noises.
> 23. Lubricates tracks in sticking home windows and makes them easier
> to
> open.
> 24. Spraying an umbrella stem makes it easier to open and close.
> 25. Restores and cleans padded leather dashboards in vehicles, as well
> as vinyl bumpers.
> 26. Restores and cleans roof racks on vehicles..
> 27. Lubricates and stops squeaks in electric fans.
> 28. Lubricates wheel sprocket s on tricycles, wagons, and bicycles for
> easy handling..
> 29. Lubricates fan belts on washers and dryers and keeps them running
> smoothly.
> 30. Keeps rust from forming on saws and saw blades, and other tools.
> 31. Removes splattered grease on stove.
> 32. Keeps bathroom mirror from fogging.
> 33. 34. Keeps pigeons off the balcony (they hate the smell).
> 35. Removes all traces of duct tape.
> 36. Folks even spray it on their arms, hands, and knees to relieve
> arthritis pain.
> 37. Florida 's favorite use is: 'cleans and removes love bugs from
> grills and bumpers.
> 38. The favorite use in the state of New York , WD-40 protects the
> Statue of Liberty from the elements.
> 39. WD-40 attracts fish.. Spray a little on live bait or lures and you
> will be catching the big one in no time..
> Also, it's a lot cheaper than the chemical attractants that are
> made for just that purpose.
> Keep in mind though, using some chemical laced baits or lures for
> fishing are not allowed in some states.
> 40. Use it for fire ant bites.. It takes the sting away immediately
> and
> stops the itch.
> 41. WD-40 is great for removing crayon from walls. Spray on the mark
> and wipe with a clean rag.
> 42. Also, if you've discovered that your teenage daughter has washed
> and
> dried a tube of lipstick with a load
> of laundry, saturate the lipstick spots with WD-40 and rewash.
> Presto! The lipstick is gone!
> 43. If you sprayed WD-40 on the distributor cap, it would displace the
> moisture and allow the car to start.
>
> P.S. The basic ingredient is FISH OIL.
>
> --
> John Rodgers
> Clayartist and Moldmaker
> 88'GL VW Bus Driver
> Chelsea, AL
> Http://www.moldhaus.com
