[-] Re: [ICOM] Re ; Tuning Knob on Icom Ic765

[Paul Playford]

WD-40 is good for many things.  Starting fires (as a blow torch), 
redistributing ink on dot matrix printer ribbons, dis-assembling aluminum 
tubing, hand cleaner.

NG for lubricating tho.

de Paul, W8AEF

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Mike Olbrisch" <mike2004 at elp.rr.com>
To: "'ICOM Reflector'" <icom at mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Monday, December 04, 2006 7:02 PM
Subject: RE: [-] Re: [ICOM] Re ; Tuning Knob on Icom Ic765


>
> Please - if you want it to keep working - DO NOT use WD-40.
>
> When will the lubrication property myth of this stuff end?
>
> WD stands for Water Displacement.  It IS NOT a lubricant.
>
> Before you really gum up your radio - spray some WD-40 in a screwdriver.
> Put it on good and thick.  Then let it set up for a few weeks.  See whet 
> you
> get then the propellant dissipates.
>
> WD-40 will work, but you need to re-apply it every few days.  Somehow it
> seems to me you are looking for a bit more longevity here.
>
> Mike.  KD9KC