Lubricating gears

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- David Shoemaker
  
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20 years ago

Thu, Jul 24, 2003 8:02 AM

I have a small robot that I want to help lubricate the drive of. Can anyone recommend a particular lubricant?

Thanks, David

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- Neb Okla
  
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20 years ago

Thu, Jul 24, 2003 3:30 PM

With RC Helicopters, people I've talked to recommended silicone lubricant. Is this ok?

I've also used a product by "Finish Line" which is used for bike chains. It is called Kry-Tech. Essentially it is paraffin wax in a solvent. One would think this would be great for lubricating Lego gears, though I have not tried it myself.

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- Bill Sc
  
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20 years ago

Thu, Jul 24, 2003 7:40 PM

I would try Vaseline (petroleum jelly). It shouldn't hurt the plastic and it is less likely to stain anything you get it on.

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- Tyler Dirden
  
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20 years ago

Mon, Aug 4, 2003 3:37 PM

Graphite? In related news I just read about boiling gears and how it removes the stress from them making them much stronger. td

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- David Shoemaker
  
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20 years ago

Fri, Aug 8, 2003 5:54 AM

Where did you read this?

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20 years ago

Sat, Aug 16, 2003 3:17 PM

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