WD40 a Huge No No - UK Vintage Radio Repair and Restoration Discussion Forum

Majicou · 4th Feb 2008, 10:19 pm

Guys and Gals, having read through this forum I often see the sugestion to use WD40 to lubricate dials. this is a HUGE no no as it causes the dials to collect dust and dirt. slow dials should be cleaned off in White Spirit only then lubricated very sparingly with a very light sewing machine oil. The original stuff ( Oil Bearing No16 ) is no longer available due to it being carcogenic, but No18 could be used instead

Cheers

Andy

4th Feb 2008, 10:19 pm	#1
Majicou Retired Dormant Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Maidstone Posts: 9	WD40 a Huge No No Guys and Gals, having read through this forum I often see the sugestion to use WD40 to lubricate dials. this is a HUGE no no as it causes the dials to collect dust and dirt. slow dials should be cleaned off in White Spirit only then lubricated very sparingly with a very light sewing machine oil. The original stuff ( Oil Bearing No16 ) is no longer available due to it being carcogenic, but No18 could be used instead Cheers Andy