[TowerTalk] Tower Lubrication

[Stan]

> Hi,
> I would like see some opinions regarding WD-40 as a Lubricant for
> cables and pulleys.
>
> Thanks es 73,
>
> Ken W7TS
>
>

WD-40 would evaporate too quickly.. I would prefer a motor oil on
pulleys and sheaves, come alongs, safety latches on pulling hooks, gates
on snap links.

Consider a dry lubricant like graphite on things to be left outside in
the weather.
wet oils and greases tend to collect dirt and other grit that will
reduce their lubricating capabilities..

Just my 2-1/2 cents

Stan, WA1ECF   Cape Cod, MA   FN41sr







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