asbestos wrote:
>
> What! thou darest besmirch the holy name of WD-40. Blasphemy.
> if you can't fix it with duct tape, tie wire, or WD-40 then just throw it
> away.
> (Silicone is good stuff for many things also)
WD-40 is just refined kerosene, not a great penetrant, and lousy
lubricant. Its original purpose was as a Water Displacer for aircraft
ignition systems, the 40th try at a formulation worked.
I prefer straight kerosene for farm machinery penetrant, or Kroil for
rusty parts, though PB Blaster has worked adequately recently. I prefer
any engine oil for lubrication of mechanical parts after they are
loosened. Kerosene (ala WD-40) does lubricate a little but not very
much. My skin oil lubricates better.
Gerald J.
