Gearbox Grease

Steven · March 23rd, 2011, 01:03

Quote:

Originally Posted by Azathoth

Ironically enough, I have used this for an airsoft gun before. It's good stuff, but far more expensive that the stuff that has already been suggested. Cheaper to go the hardware route.

Not going to ask you why you have that.....

My vote is for Amos' suggestion. Works very well.

KBarlow · April 11th, 2011, 16:54

Decided not to break open my gearbox and re-lube. However, the motor whines when firing, regardless of motor height. There is another thread on this forum about motor whine, but I will ask here instead. What should I consider when looking for a silicone lube for the bevel/pinion gears?

Thanks.

Mitchell12 · April 11th, 2011, 17:03

Quote:

Originally Posted by Azathoth

Ironically enough, I have used this for an airsoft gun before. It's good stuff, but far more expensive that the stuff that has already been suggested. Cheaper to go the hardware route.

I wasn't kidding so I don't think it's ironic, Anal lube works wonders and some have pretty scents too.

Cliffradical · April 11th, 2011, 17:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mitchell12

...some have pretty scents too.

Just don't use the Pina Colada one... that stuff will smell-bomb a room and everything it touches.

sushicake · April 11th, 2011, 18:45

Astroglide and KY work wonders =D

I use brake lubricant in my gearboxes weird I know, but it doesn't leave black residue everywhere and also makes a good piston head lubricant. I've used lithium, silicon and all have little airleaks when I put it back together but with brake lubricant I get zero. Plus it only costs like $4-6 at walmart/crappy tire for a huge tube of it.

KBarlow · April 13th, 2011, 00:11

Is dielectric silicone the same as 100% pure silicone?

KBarlow · April 13th, 2011, 19:45

Some people used this stuff, so this is what I got. Will it work?

AGS Sil-Glyde

http://www.agscompany.com/lubricants/canadian/205

Azathoth · April 13th, 2011, 19:55

Quote:

Originally Posted by KBarlow

Some people used this stuff, so this is what I got. Will it work?

AGS Sil-Glyde

http://www.agscompany.com/lubricants/canadian/205

That stuff appears to be decent enough that I would try it. However, i'll stick with my AG Chemicals solution because:

Made in Canada
Internal Safe
Doesn't conduct electricity
Incredibly Viscous, sticks to parts lubed
Basically waterproof

KBarlow · April 13th, 2011, 19:59

Yeah, this Sil-Glyde stuff is extremely thick.

Someone recommended this, but you can get like 20 times the amount of the same stuff for like $6.

ILLusion · April 13th, 2011, 20:33

I've used Super Lube with Syncolon (PTFE, aka "Teflon") for about 10 years now, and it's been perfect for almost all airsoft use, from all gearbox parts to GBB's. The viscosity has the perfect balance of low resistance with "sticking" power, and the oil base with PTFE has really good lubricating properties.
www.super-lube.com
After doing gunwork for other people for almost 8 years, I'm finally coming to the end of the original 3 oz tube I'd purchased, so I'm looking to buy more of this awesome stuff, but have no idea where to get it.

I had an easier time finding this stuff before, but it seems like it's impossible these days. Does anybody know of anywhere local to find this?

coach · April 13th, 2011, 20:54

Quote:

Originally Posted by ILLusion

I've used Super Lube with Syncolon (PTFE, aka "Teflon") for about 10 years now, and it's been perfect for almost all airsoft use, from all gearbox parts to GBB's. The viscosity has the perfect balance of low resistance with "sticking" power, and the oil base with PTFE has really good lubricating properties.
www.super-lube.com
After doing gunwork for other people for almost 8 years, I'm finally coming to the end of the original 3 oz tube I'd purchased, so I'm looking to buy more of this awesome stuff, but have no idea where to get it.

I had an easier time finding this stuff before, but it seems like it's impossible these days. Does anybody know of anywhere local to find this?

Fastenal is supposedly a distributor.

3400 14th Ave, unit 1
905-305-6379

2200 Markham Road, unit 11
416-642-1856

1990 Ellesmere Road, unit 1
416-297-8971

11 Carlaw Ave
416-645-1383

The last one is near me, I might drop in and see as they have other stuff I sort of need too.

ILLusion · April 13th, 2011, 20:55

Quote:

Originally Posted by coachster

Fastenal is supposedly a distributor.

3400 14th Ave, unit 1
905-305-6379

2200 Markham Road, unit 11
416-642-1856

1990 Ellesmere Road, unit 1
416-297-8971

11 Carlaw Ave
416-645-1383

The last one is near me, I might drop in and see as they have other stuff I sort of need too.

I went to both the Markham Road and 14th Ave locations, but neither had any in stock.

coach · April 13th, 2011, 20:56

So they do carry it? I'll call before I go.

ILLusion · April 13th, 2011, 21:00

Quote:

Originally Posted by coachster

So they do carry it? I'll call before I go.

I just checked their US website, and they said they do carry it... but their online system doesn't link up with the Canadian inventory. Maybe they can order it...

Azathoth · April 14th, 2011, 01:54

Brian Beware. Fastenal may be like acklands grainger or Mcmaster carr where what is in the US catalogue is not available for sale in Canada due to differences in laws. It sounds stupid but I had a 10 dollar order or O RINGS seized by Homeland security as it was on the ITAR list.

Yes I know they shouldn't have seized as it's <100 dollars and their are commercial and industrial uses but you get a couple of anal idiots and things get stupid fast.

I suggest AG Chemical solution or trying a bicycle supply store. TRIFLOW has a branded silicon grease that contains Teflon and is food safe.

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April 11th, 2011, 18:45	#35
sushicake Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Markham, ON	Astroglide and KY work wonders =D I use brake lubricant in my gearboxes weird I know, but it doesn't leave black residue everywhere and also makes a good piston head lubricant. I've used lithium, silicon and all have little airleaks when I put it back together but with brake lubricant I get zero. Plus it only costs like $4-6 at walmart/crappy tire for a huge tube of it. __________________ "Don't you know the first law of physics? Anything fun costs atleast $8"

April 13th, 2011, 20:33	#40
ILLusion GBB Whisperer Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Toronto	I've used Super Lube with Syncolon (PTFE, aka "Teflon") for about 10 years now, and it's been perfect for almost all airsoft use, from all gearbox parts to GBB's. The viscosity has the perfect balance of low resistance with "sticking" power, and the oil base with PTFE has really good lubricating properties. www.super-lube.com After doing gunwork for other people for almost 8 years, I'm finally coming to the end of the original 3 oz tube I'd purchased, so I'm looking to buy more of this awesome stuff, but have no idea where to get it. I had an easier time finding this stuff before, but it seems like it's impossible these days. Does anybody know of anywhere local to find this? __________________ *Advanced Airsoft Armaments and Enhancements* Quick to the gun, sure of your grip. Quick to the threat, sure of your shot. Diligentia, Vis, Celeritas Accuracy, Power, Speed Last edited by ILLusion; April 13th, 2011 at 20:42..

April 11th, 2011, 16:54	#32
KBarlow attention whore wants a custom title. Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Kamloops, BC	Decided not to break open my gearbox and re-lube. However, the motor whines when firing, regardless of motor height. There is another thread on this forum about motor whine, but I will ask here instead. What should I consider when looking for a silicone lube for the bevel/pinion gears? Thanks.

April 13th, 2011, 00:11	#36
KBarlow attention whore wants a custom title. Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Kamloops, BC	Is dielectric silicone the same as 100% pure silicone?

April 13th, 2011, 19:45	#37
KBarlow attention whore wants a custom title. Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Kamloops, BC	Some people used this stuff, so this is what I got. Will it work? AGS Sil-Glyde http://www.agscompany.com/lubricants/canadian/205

April 13th, 2011, 19:59	#39
KBarlow attention whore wants a custom title. Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Kamloops, BC	Yeah, this Sil-Glyde stuff is extremely thick. Someone recommended this, but you can get like 20 times the amount of the same stuff for like $6.

April 13th, 2011, 20:56	#43
coach aka coachster Trader rating Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: T dot	So they do carry it? I'll call before I go.

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