[TenTec] On Contact Cleaning

[Dave Heil]

Simmons, Reid W wrote:
> 
> Dale;
> 
> WD-40 was not intended as a lubricant.  The "WD" stands for Water
> Displacement, which it does very well.  I used it liberally on my snow
> blower to prevent starting problems caused by the electrical system
> getting when snow and ice got into it during normal use.
> 
> Reid, K7YX

I'm looking at a can as I prepare this.  It reads in part, "penetrates
and lubricates...Drives out water...Leaves protective film against rust
and corrosion...Un-jams and lubricates..."

I guess it was intended as a lubricant.  A better product (sold in three
"grades" ranging from 1 (like WD-40) to 3 (almost like a spray grease)
is LPS.  LPS also manufactures an instant cold galvanizing compound
which comes in both spray cans for tower touch-up and in large cans for
brush application.

Almost anything containing petroleum distillates or oil will displace
water.
 
Dave Heil K8MN
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