Greetings, what do you experts use to lubricate the internal moving parts of a radio? which parts should and can be lubricated?.
Thank you,
Vinny

Try KY jelly I am sure you have some of that LOL

:Greetings, what do you experts use to lubricate the internal moving parts of a radio? which parts should and can be lubricated?.
:Thank you,
:Vinny

Well, K-Y might work on a radio, but... I use a product call Break-Free. It's a non-gumming lubricant used commonly on firearms.
I use it sparingly on tuner mechnanisms, variable capacitor bearing points, volume and tone control shafts. Whatever lubricant you use, go easy with it since it will collect dirt and dust over time.

Its generally best to remove dirt, old dry lubricant, and misc. crud before putting any new lube on radio parts.

:Greetings, what do you experts use to lubricate the internal moving parts of a radio? which parts should and can be lubricated?.
:Thank you,
:Vinny

Dielectric grease works great if applied thinly to volume controls. You can also use it in tuning capacitor bearings. For stubborn pulleys I use a light weight oil, but you must not get it on the dial string.

T.

Vinny,
Depending on the application, I use 1 of 4 methods. Dry graphite in a small tube can be blown (squeeze the tube)into tight areas, and will not collect dust. Light machine oil (3 in 1) for easily accessable areas. Petroleum jelly is a very light grease, where it is more appropriate. On record changer mechanisms, I use a light duty graphite based mixture in a tube.

marv

:Greetings, what do you experts use to lubricate the internal moving parts of a radio? which parts should and can be lubricated?.
:Thank you,
:Vinny

Vinny,
OOPS!! Forgot. You must clean out all the leftovers, before applying anything new. Tuning condensers are especially difficult, and in rare cases may require saturation with solvent in the bearings areas and air pressure, to avoid complete disassembly. Releasing tension on the tuning shaft at the end screw will help during the cleaning process, but reset when done, and clean copper shaft contacts too. Good luck

marv

:Greetings, what do you experts use to lubricate the internal moving parts of a radio? which parts should and can be lubricated?.
:Thank you,
:Vinny

You can try a tooth brush and some mineral spirits. That usually works for me, though, like you said, it can get pretty grimy in there. Soaking in really hot soapy water afterward helps get out the rest.

T.

One suggestion I would like to make ..Is never use moder day automotive oil...Some people put it in a squirt can and like to use it. I suggest not doing doe especially if you have pot metal parts. The VERY high detergent value of such oils will break down pot meatal parts over time. Just a general all purpose oil like sewing machine oil is the best...

:Greetings, what do you experts use to lubricate the internal moving parts of a radio? which parts should and can be lubricated?.
:Thank you,
:Vinny

GB,
Good info. I have never heard of that before, but will keep in mind for future.

marv

:One suggestion I would like to make ..Is never use moder day automotive oil...Some people put it in a squirt can and like to use it. I suggest not doing doe especially if you have pot metal parts. The VERY high detergent value of such oils will break down pot meatal parts over time. Just a general all purpose oil like sewing machine oil is the best...
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::Greetings, what do you experts use to lubricate the internal moving parts of a radio? which parts should and can be lubricated?.
::Thank you,
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Thank you very much guys.
Vinny

:Greetings, what do you experts use to lubricate the internal moving parts of a radio? which parts should and can be lubricated?.
:Thank you,
:Vinny

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::Greetings, what do you experts use to lubricate the internal moving parts of a radio? which parts should and can be lubricated?.
::Thank you,
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Learn from one who has done this. Graphite is conductive. Keep it away from live circuits. But IMHO, 3-in-1 works for me about as well as anything.
Lewis

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::Thank you,
::Vinny

Learn from one who has done this. Graphite is conductive. Keep it away from live circuits. But IMHO, 3-in-1 works for me about as well as anything.
Lewis

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::Greetings, what do you experts use to lubricate the internal moving parts of a radio? which parts should and can be lubricated?.
::Thank you,
::Vinny

Learn from one who has done this. Graphite is conductive. Keep it away from live circuits. But IMHO, 3-in-1 works for me about as well as anything.
Lewis

Lewis, when did you start stuttering? PL

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PL, I had Bellsouth and AT&T bought them. Then AT&T changed things around. My computer does things I have no explanation for. I pushed the submit block ONE time, and posted three times.
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"Lubriplate" white lithium grease

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Yes indeed.
Lewis

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:Phonolube should work also, Available at A.E.S. Bob Masse