What spray lube do you like?

[WinterDeere]

I always used that to clean, never as a lube.

It’s powder solvent. Made to swab the bore and breech before you oil everything and put it away. I use a little RemOil on a rag or large cleaning swatch after the Hoppe’s.

I was only mentioning Hoppe‘s in reference to the cologne comment, not implying it’s a lube.

 

[MH8675309]

WD seems to work pretty well. I used to use PB Blaster but think the WD is as good. If something is stuck that bad I generally use a blue flame ratchet to get it loose

 

[Too many Kubotas]

WD seems to work pretty well. I used to use PB Blaster but think the WD is as good.

Let me guess...you have more than one 1-inch drive impact?

 

[DieselMonk]

Here’s my 2 cents Canadian:
WD40 I use to clean stuff with.
Nothing beats the Acetone / ATF mix as for thin lube.
Fluid film is expensive and a gooey mess that dries up and then it freezes up things. Hate that crap. Even for corrosion prevention it washes away way to easily for me.
ProForm PF570 is what I use for corrosion prevention. It’s a spray can full of hard-wax that dries solid. You have to scratch it away once it’s dry. That will stay for years. I sprayed that stuff on the bottom of the rear wheel well, where the water would be splashing on permanently during the winter. You’ll be surprised that stuff manages to hang on there for almost all winter! I put that on the bolts of the Back Rack on my truck 5 years ago, it’s still there. I wanna see Fluid Film do that.

 

[9973720wb19]

I think they make a lube now. There's a lot of WD40 products.

I use CRC Power Lube for oil spray lube where you'd be tempted to use original WD40. I got some on advice of a friend who owns a bike shop. It's the only thing he found to fix sticky Shimano shifters. The grease in them hardens after some years and they can't be rebuilt. It works great on door hinges and similar things.

I also use silicone spray and white lithium where those are appropriate. Motorcycle chain lube for industrial chains (and motorcycle chains of course). Bicycle chain lube for bike chains.

from someone that has been riding for over 25 years, tell him not to get WD40 on the frame! it will take the clear finish off and dull that area...ask me how I know...

 

[9973720wb19]

If this is a statement about what it is claimed to do, what it is sold for, what its purpose is, I think this is factually incorrect. I have here a can of WD-40 "multi-use product", which is the stuff in a blue and yellow spray can that is not labeled with any special use. On the back of the can it says:
LUBRICATES moving parts such as: Hinges Wheels Rollers Chains Gears
PROTECTS against rust and corrosion on items like: Tools Firearms Sporting Equipment
PENETRATES to free stuck, corroded parts, like: Nuts Bolts Valves Locks
DISPLACES MOISTURE to restore wet or flooded equipment such as: Engines Spark Plugs Power Tools

From the WD40.com web site:
Myth: WD-40 Multi-Use Product is not really a lubricant.
Fact: While the “W-D” in WD-40 stands for Water Displacement, WD-40 Multi-Use Product is a unique, special blend of lubricants. The product's formulation also contains anti-corrosion agents and ingredients for penetration, water displacement and soil removal.

If you are saying that it is such a bad lube that people shouldn't even think of it as a lube, well, that's the kind of opinion we're looking for here -- but better to be more clear that this is opinion and isn't quite literal.

By the way, there are other products they sell under the WD-40 trademark that they consider "specialist" products, one example of which is "contact cleaner", and another example is "degreaser". These are kind of the opposite of lubes in that they will remove any lube that is already on something. But these "specialist" products are pretty clearly distinguished by their labeling.

yes, it took them 40 tries to get what they wanted. use what you want...if you want a great cleaner to clean off oil and grease like a bike chain...FYI WD-40 (the original product) is the best de-greaser I've found.

 

[two_bit_score]

yes, it took them 40 tries to get what they wanted. use what you want...if you want a great cleaner to clean off oil and grease like a bike chain...FYI WD-40 (the original product) is the best de-greaser I've found.

Stick with what you like best. But, in case you didn't know, WD 40 has a specialist cleaner-degreaser that is really good. It also comes in an aerisol can.

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[bindian]

I buy LPS 1 in gallon cans. I put it in my Sure Shoot and then pressurize it with air. Way cheaper than spray cans.
I have used Mouses Milk, but prefer Marvel Mystery Oil for pneumatic tools.
Boelube (made by Boeing) for drilling. Silicone spray for door locks.
I soak froze parts in diesel.
On my sawmill, it is ATF. Sawdust doesn't stick to ATF.
hugs, Brandi

 

[jjeff]

I've saved replacing numerous throttle, choke, and engagement cables by using this stuff. I've also used it on sticking push cart casters and wheels. Sometimes experiencing better than new results and the small spritzes I apply last awhile. Hard to find, sold commercially I believe.

 

[workinonit]

The best lube and anti rust I've ever used is Kearney Rust Cutter. Everything else is second. I keep that and PB Blaster on my shelf. I don't own a can of WD40. The most useless stuff I've ever used. Nothing but a cleaner.

If this is a statement about what it is claimed to do, what it is sold for, what its purpose is, I think this is factually incorrect. I have here a can of WD-40 "multi-use product", which is the stuff in a blue and yellow spray can that is not labeled with any special use. On the back of the can it says:
LUBRICATES moving parts such as: Hinges Wheels Rollers Chains Gears
PROTECTS against rust and corrosion on items like: Tools Firearms Sporting Equipment
PENETRATES to free stuck, corroded parts, like: Nuts Bolts Valves Locks
DISPLACES MOISTURE to restore wet or flooded equipment such as: Engines Spark Plugs Power Tools

From the WD40.com web site:
Myth: WD-40 Multi-Use Product is not really a lubricant.
Fact: While the “W-D” in WD-40 stands for Water Displacement, WD-40 Multi-Use Product is a unique, special blend of lubricants. The product's formulation also contains anti-corrosion agents and ingredients for penetration, water displacement and soil removal.

If you are saying that it is such a bad lube that people shouldn't even think of it as a lube, well, that's the kind of opinion we're looking for here -- but better to be more clear that this is opinion and isn't quite literal.

By the way, there are other products they sell under the WD-40 trademark that they consider "specialist" products, one example of which is "contact cleaner", and another example is "degreaser". These are kind of the opposite of lubes in that they will remove any lube that is already on something. But these "specialist" products are pretty clearly distinguished by their labeling.

If you believe this try spraying it on a bearing that's making a noise and within minutes you will be mechanically down and have your tools out. Spray some Kearney on the same bearing and you will be able to likely finish what you are doing until you get a chance to replace the bearing. WD40 is not a lubricant.