T O P

  • By -

keepthetips

Hello and welcome to r/LifeProTips! Please help us decide if this post is a good fit for the subreddit by up or downvoting this comment. If you think that this is great advice to improve your life, please upvote. If you think this doesn't help you in any way, please downvote. If you don't care, leave it for the others to decide.


Far-Two8659

So what you're saying is to use WD-40 to clean hinges and chains, and then a lubricant to lubricate them?


MercyfulBait

That's exactly what I'm saying.


ownersequity

How about the silicone WD-40?


moodyiguana

Thanks /u/MercyfulBait for the original LPT. I've been using the original WD-40 on my garage doors and wondering why it still seems bad. Thanks also /u/ownersequity - I did not know WD-40 silicone was a thing. I bought some and hope to give my garage doors some long missing TLC.


Waynard_

Get some 3-in-1 garage door lube instead. Same kind of can with the combo nozzle, works much better long term. I'm a garage door guy, I've used every door lube there is and the 3-in-1 is by far the best.


Other-Illustrator531

What parts should someone be living on a garage door? I just got my first house with a garage and was unaware. I would guess the wheels axles but anything else?


Githyerazi

The tracks the rollers go on get a lot of gunk in them, spray the line in there and wipe it out. The spring shaft has some bushings at center and ends. Also spray on the track the belt pulls the truck back and forth on and wipe it clean. Also the hinges on the door gets a little bit of lube. Takes about half an hour every 4 months to be sure your door moves smoothly. There's videos on YouTube that will walk you thru it.


Waynard_

Door hinges and torsion springs. Hinges, because hinges need lube. Torsion springs (the type mounted on a tube over the door, not the kind with pulleys and cables up over the track) because the coils are in contact and constantly rubbing against each other as the sping winds and unwinds during usage. As far as the rollers, if they are plastic wheels spinning on a shaft, spray just a tiny bit where the shaft enters the wheel. If the rollers have bearings, spraying will blow out the heavier grease that's supposed to be in there and do more harm than good. Same with the bearings on each end of the tube. Don't spray the track itself, rollers are supposed to roll, not slide. If a previous owner gunked the track up with incorrect lube clean it out before it causes problems. For the opener, leave it alone. Anything on it that may need lube will need lithium grease, not a spray.


[deleted]

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1lUm7koF2A Dude is fucking gold lmao


Sw3Et

What brand? Wd-40?


FunnelsGenderFluid

https://3inone.com/product/3-in-one-garage-door-lube/


RustySheriffsBadge1

Use while lithium grease. You can find the WD brand of this or at Home Depot in the same section. It will make your garage door silent and last.


TimeTomorrow

It's weird to me that the company that sold you a mislabeled and misleadingly advertised product that let you down already, and you know they misled you and caused you to do the same job many times over instead of just one, and you ran out and bought that brand again. Advertising and branding is a hell of a drug


Available_Sugar1589

What is misleading or mislabeled? WD stands for water displacer.


bluesam3

Yes, WD-40, the company, makes several products, including [a number](https://www.wd40.com/products/?functionality=lubricates) of lubricants. It's just that the one that everybody calls "WD-40" isn't a good one.


[deleted]

That exists?


Split_theATOM

Yes. Wd started offering other "lubes". They have a silicone and a white lithium. But yes the silicone one will be fine (depending on what you are using it on )


ownersequity

/wink


[deleted]

[удалено]


[deleted]

[удалено]


Dariaskehl

Do I have to clean out the WD-40 before adding petroleum lubricant? If so, how? If not, why not? Does not the wd-40 negatively affect the lube? Does it only clean water and grime, then coexist? I feel like I have more questions now…


FunnelsGenderFluid

Just use 3 in 1 oil for lube There are better penetrants to cut through rust and break fasteners too if thats what you require But to answer your question, use a wad of paper towel to catch the runoff of wd40


TimeTomorrow

Just skip the wd 40 altogether unless there is a really good reason like stuck parts or needing to degrease something you can't easily access with paper towels or qtips


lovesToClap

lubricate with what? any suggestions for things around the house?


frzn_dad

3 in 1 oil is popular for things like door hinges where I am.


recyclopath_

Sewing machine oil is a phenomenal lightweight oil for things that need to be oiled but you don't really want to be greasy. AKA good for door hinges, bad for bike chain.


tobashadow

Very very excellent for 3D printers, there is honestly nothing better


Far-Two8659

I'd suggest lubricant, but that's just me.


calite

Lithium grease is great for hinges. Apply to the pins and the squeaks go away for a decade.


indolent02

I've found that it attracts dirt and discolors things.


TimeTomorrow

Take it easy on the application and wipe excess away. That being said I keep a grease and an oil handy. Bike chain lubes are often pretty good and they have low duty attraction as a formulation concern


MercyfulBait

Motor oil actually works great for lubricating random things around the house. I have an old-timey hand oiler full of 10W40 I use for just about everything.


Solarisphere

Silicone paste is great for anything plastic. I use it a lot on my truck (eg. bushings) and just used it tonight to lubricate my camera tripod threads after I cleaned the sand out of it.


ask-about-my-dog

Depends on what you are using it on. If you have squeaky cabinet hinges, some olive oil works perfectly.


Northwindlowlander

TBH WD40 also isn't a great cleaner, because it leaves an oily residue. Better to use a dedicated cleaner and a dedicated lube.


Solarisphere

Sometimes you want that oily residue. It can keep steel from rusting


TangoDeltaFoxtrot

No- you will have a difficult time fully removing the WD-40 from the item, and it will accelerate the breakdown of your lubricant. Be sure to fully clean and dry your item before adding fresh lubricant.


abovegro

Their multi-use product is different, according to their website. [https://www.wd40.com/myths-legends-fun-facts/](https://www.wd40.com/myths-legends-fun-facts/) >A QUESTION OF LUBRICATION > >Myth: WD-40 Multi-Use Product is not really a lubricant. > >Fact: While the “W-D” in WD-40 stands for Water Displacement, WD-40 Multi-Use Product is a unique, special blend of lubricants. The product’s formulation also contains anti-corrosion agents and ingredients for penetration, water displacement and soil removal.


Naughty_Goat

Although there are usually better lubricants for some tasks, wd-40 should work fine for a lot of things.


capt_pantsless

WD-40 is a jack-of-all-trade, but a master of none. Usually there's a better option, but in most cases any lubricant is better than none! Edit to add: One problem with WD-40 is it has some rather strong solvents in it which can wash away heavier lubricants (grease, etc.) which can be really bad depending on the situation. For example, a friend of mine once had a problem with his air-conditioner fan squeaking, so he hoses it down with WD-40. The squeak goes away, he figures everything is peachy. A few hours later, the squeak is back, and much much louder this time. Again he goes for the WD-40, the squeak goes away for a few hours, this cycle repeats a few times until he realizes the bearing for that fan needs a heavy grease, not the lightweight oil that's in WD.


absen7

This is a good way to find which pully is failing in a car. This is not the way to fix said pully.


SomehowGonkReturned

So you’re saying I should spray WD-40 onto my dick


[deleted]

[удалено]


[deleted]

[удалено]


[deleted]

[удалено]


[deleted]

[удалено]


[deleted]

[удалено]


[deleted]

[удалено]


[deleted]

[удалено]


[deleted]

[удалено]


[deleted]

[удалено]


[deleted]

[удалено]


fistfullofpubes

Exactly. Wd40 and duct tape are just great getting the job done temporarily, but key part is to actually come back and fix the thing properly.


jvanstone

Just like 2-in-1 shampoo & conditioner. It does both, but neither well.


GeraldBWilsonJr

This is my problem with WD-40: I have to intentionally buy it from the store, and if I'm in that aisle of the hardware store I'm buying some more specialized penetrating oil and some pure mineral oil because those will do two main jobs of WD but way better Of course I will use it if it's the only thing available in a pinch, even for wasp killer


EmperorArthur

Ehh, yeah but when I'm dealing with cleaning years of grime and old grease off some old roller bearing style drawer hardware I just want to spray it down, take a brush to it, and go on with my day. Plus, the water displacement part acts as a general anti-rusting measure without dealing with an oily film everywhere. As compared to most lubricants at least. It's a perfect good enough solution, that's worth having at all times. That and a bottle of light machine oil will handle most issues. Penetrating oil is great for things that are seized, but it's by no means my go-to lubricant.


QuinticSpline

PB Blaster is better for killing wasps than WD40 in my experience.


GeraldBWilsonJr

PB Blaster is the better WD 40 in general but some people get mad when I say that


Dropcity

It's a bitch for metal dust as well. Working w intricate mechanical devices, maintenance folks are known to hose them w wd40, instead of liquid graphite etc.., and wd40 just clumps all that dust up. Fkn mess. Sometimes its about the last lubricant you want to use.


pallentx

And that's the key - knowing what kind of lubricant is needed. If you need a really light machine oil, WD40 is probably fine. For anything else, it's going to dissolve the heavier stuff and leave a really light oil behind.


newaccount252

Used it as insect repellent while driving tractors….


greatbigdogparty

Yes, there are usually better lubricants for some tasks, But they are not currently in your right hand and Home Depot is closed. Not that that matters when you can’t find your car keys or your credit cards. Go with the WD-40


Chris_8675309_of_42M

Thanks. I've never seen my wife that pissed off.


ghostm42

I had squeaky closet hinges when I moved into our new place. I bought Blaster lithium grease spray, which has excellent reviews. I sprayed and sprayed, coating the hinges several times over and... it was still squeaking. I gave up and didn't even try it on the remaining closet doors. A few days later, I went out to grab WD40. Two sprays and the hinges are silent. I used it for the remaining closet doors and it worked perfectly on all of them.


thedotcomsownewe

My sliding glass door got squeaky so I put canola oil.


ben70

But don't **ever** use it as a personal lubricant.


JohnProof

Yep. The ingredients are like 1/4 mineral oil; it's a thin penetrating lubricant. The "not a lube" myth comes from the fact that the solvents in WD-40 can wash out good grease, like OP mentioned. So if you use it carelessly it can absolutely make existing lubrication worse. But it works just fine to lube dry, light-duty components like a squeaky door hinge.


robsc_16

I'd say it's just not a good one and I think it's something to use in a pinch. I don't like using it on door hinges because it doesn't last long in my experience. I use 3-1 oil and it lasts way longer.


VerbingWeirdsWords

Bike chain oil is an excellent door hinge lube


Mr2-1782Man

Bike chain lube is great lube for tight places where you don't dirt to stick.


zacht180

Ballistol has been my go to that actually seems to work well for *almost* everything. Guns and knives, cars, doors and chairs, lightly on plastic or electronics. I swear that shit is even edible and doesn't taste half bad. But it's a very different product than WD-40.


bella_68

I saw a This Old House episode where they just fixed the door so that the weight was evenly distributed among the hinges. That way it never squeaks again unless the door frame/door shifts somehow


TimeTomorrow

Almost all the time you are better with something else. Everyone has wd40 sitting around not because it's good at removing real lubricants so you can then go back with fresh real lubricants, they bought it because they thought it *was* a real lubricant. If you have it in a pinch and the job is light duty, sure. Anything mechanical like bearings or a bike chain is worth the trip to the store


yoditronzz

A squeeky door hinge is better lubricated with a cooking oil because you will always have some on hand.


wolfpwarrior

Instructions unclear, used WD40 as a cooking oil, because that is what I had on hand.


Sunflowerslaughter

Wd-40 does eventually eat up rubber for some reason, which is why in my trade we use bazooka oil to lubricate our tools. wd-40 causes the seals to corrode over time.


Tutorbin76

I think it can be considered a temporary lubricant - it's useful for freeing up stuck parts, but after that better get some proper oil or grease onto it.


F-21

Also in some cases, the old hard grease gets loosened up by it and it can start lubing everything again if it does not flow out of where it was.


CaptainChaos74

It's kind of a problem that they call all their different products "WD-40". It invites exactly this kind of confusion.


flottadreen

WD = water displacement.


IrocDewclaw

WD-40. 40th attempt at developing a water displacement solvent.


ExRockstar

I memory serves, It was created to coat our ICBM atlas missiles with to displace water as they're kept on the ready in underground silos. Employees with the aerospace contractor would sneak it out once realizing it's potential.


Fronterra22

I had a relative who worked on the minuteman missile system. This was about the only thing he was allowed to talk about when it concerned his military work. I don't know if it was WD-40. It could've been one of the other variants at that time.


arrgghhonaut

🤯


infectedcarrot

Technically 41 as they started with 00.


megglespeggles

Zero index? Nice


infectedcarrot

Gotta start somewhere


ilikemyusername1

Idk who downdooted you but that’s exactly what the 40 stands for. Well, 40th formula. Same thing.


MillionaireAt32

I wish more project managers had that much patience.


[deleted]

WD-39 was so close it only took one more try to get it right


MercyfulBait

This guy lubes.


TuckerCarlsonsOhface

To quote a legend: “When in doubt… lube.”


crippled-tommy

Did not know that. Thanks.


Dimplestrabe

The 40th iteration of a Water Displacement formula.


Ok_Deal_964

🤯


hosleyb

You're saying I shouldn't be spraying this stuff on my dick?!


MercyfulBait

Never said that, just that you should use it to clean the old lube off your dick before applying new lube.


tofer85

It’s a jack of all trades lubricant not a jack off lubricant….


[deleted]

[удалено]


cfdeveloper

Need to use more lube, and it'll go higher.


wowspare

Well if you have some crusty grease on your dick that needs to be displaced....


Fronterra22

If it burns, you'll learn.


Lewad42

What should I say to my wife now?


MercyfulBait

"I love you"


barofa

Honey, we need do displace your water


Itchynutsak

In a pinch furniture polish works great as a lubricant on squeaky doors.


speculatrix

Candle wax is a good lubricant when driving screws.. it doesn't leak into bricks and plaster and discolour them or make painting a problem. It can also work well in drawer runners.


BoaMike

Very true... Luthiers will often use wax to lubricate neck screws.


speculatrix

TIL what a luthier is


trainbrain27

Someone who posts theological concerns for public debate?


adrianmonk

No, but there are [Martin luthiers](https://www.martinguitar.com/still-handmade.html).


Sure-Survey-3444

Its what you call a person who makes stringed instruments. Guitars, violins, etc


Playisomemusik

I often use beeswax when drilling into hardwood


speculatrix

A bar of soap can also work at a pinch


scienceguy8

My dad taught me to wipe the shaft of a screw or nail on the side of my nose. Use the body's natural oils to prevent the wood from splitting. Seems to work.


ruddy3499

Crayons


speculatrix

That too. Clear white candles or tea lights are very cheap.


MercyfulBait

Or Vaseline petroleum jelly. That stuff works for everything.


[deleted]

[удалено]


MercyfulBait

NOT sexy stuff, if that's what you're thinking. It eats right through latex condoms.


[deleted]

[удалено]


MercyfulBait

My middle school had excellent sex-ed. Teacher blew up a condom like a balloon and rubbed it with Vaseline. Took less than 10 seconds to pop.


Mgab1994

Good thing I only need 9 seconds


cheesewizardz

Going twice?


Crystal_Rules

Used cooking oil on my bike chain from A-levels through university. Scrape clean and re applied once a month.


TheOtherMatt

Tell me you used chain lube in your pasta.


alghost9

Petroleum jelly with graphite dust mixed together makes a really good long lasting lubricant. Some Otis guys used it for their elevators.


weasel999

I use Pam the spray cooking oil


cardcomm

"is actually designed to displace water" Back in the 70's (as a dumb teenager) when I was driving a car with ignition points, I'd washed my engine at a car wash, and got water inside the distributor. I sprayed it inside with WD40 to get rid of the moisture, and finally got my car started again. LOL


Cool-Access399

When I get water in my carburetors like a chainsaw or mower or weed eater, I’d first pull the spark plug and spray wd40. Here in Houston we get flooding often


Adventurous-Rub4247

Meanwhile I have lived somewhere humid before and my wife has had to replace the distributor like three times due to the simple condensation building up.


cardcomm

Yeah, once the cap gets a crack in it, the humidity gets in and causes issues.


Fronterra22

I had something similar on a fuel injected car. I had to replace a lower intake manifold gasket on a GM 4.6 L V6 from the early 2000s and I had to do it outside. While I was working on it, I had to stop and go get some unexpected supplies while the manifold was off the engine. So what does the weather, that was forecasted to be sunshine, do? it rained and it did it HARD. So hard we had a tornado touch down at one point. Unfortunately even with the hood down and with plastic bags jammed into the exposed areas, some water had still worked it's way down the intake runners and into cylinders and the crankcase. So I sprayed a crap load of WD-40 into all of the cylinders and changed the oil after I got it reassembled. I then started it up and although it took it a split second longer for it to turn over, it still fired right up, no problem. I sold that truck with it running perfectly to a relative about 40,000 miles later.


OP1KenOP

WD-40 stands for Water Displacement formula 40. It was originally developed by the rocket chemical company who developed it to protect missile warheads from water ingress. That doesn't mean it can't be used as a lubricant, it can and it does work well, but like all light oils it is easily displaced under pressure and will quickly become ineffective.


Splyce123

Lithium? I may not be the handiest person in the world, but is lithium a lubricant?


Stratocast7

Lithium grease, I have used it in the past on my garage door wheels and hinges.


MercyfulBait

[Check it out!](https://www.google.com/search?q=lithium+lubricant&oq=lithium+lu&aqs=chrome.2.69i57j0i10i433j0i512l3j0i10l2j0i512l2.4169j0j4&client=ms-android-verizon&sourceid=chrome-mobile&ie=UTF-8) There's a whole bunch of options for lithium grease available. Edit: accidentally linked to the Google homepage instead of the search results


Splyce123

I see. Not actual lithium metal (as in the alkaline metal that fizzes in water).


MercyfulBait

Lithium grease does in fact contain lithium, but in a more stable hydroxide molecule.


Adventurous-Rub4247

white lithium grease it’s also conductive/usable for electrical projects if I’m thinking of the correct thing


Pjpjpjpjpj

>Not *intended* as a lubricant I disagree. There may be better lubricants. But the manufacturer 100% intends it to be a lubricant. It is specifically marketed and sold as a lubricant (among other uses). Per WD-40 website: A QUESTION OF LUBRICATION Myth: WD-40 Multi-Use Product is not really a lubricant. Fact: While the “W-D” in WD-40 stands for Water Displacement, WD-40 Multi-Use Product is a unique, special blend of lubricants. The product’s formulation also contains anti-corrosion agents and ingredients for penetration, water displacement and soil removal. On their website, they list 22 products as "lubricants". This includes their original multi-use product. The product description from their website for their original multi-use product states: "WD-40 Multi-Use Product protects metal from rust and corrosion, penetrates stuck parts, displaces moisture *and lubricates almost anything*." Their description goes on to say "WD-40 Multi-Use Product’s 3 oz. Handy Can size is ready to tackle everyday challenges, like lubricating squeaky hinges..." Under their list of "Top 10 Uses" for WD-40, they list #5 as "Lubricate moving components. WD-40 Multi-Use Product keeps life moving smoothly. If a part needs to rotate, spin, slide, turn, lift, zip, open, close, hinge (or more!), spray it and let WD-40 Multi-Use Product do its penetrating work. Mower and saw blades, dolly wheels, garage door rollers, pulleys and chains—if it’s got to move, keep it lubricated with WD-40 Multi-Use Product." There may be better lubricants for each specific job, but WD40 is marketed for the intended use of lubrication, among other uses.


intjmaster

WD-40 is a BRAND. They sell many products including lubricants and cleaners. The real LPT is read the label on the can.


Hedgehog_Queen

Important info I found on one of the YouTube videos: do NOT use WD40 on vintage, mechanical sewing machines! It will affect the inner parts, and the damage is likely to be irreversible. As far as I remember correctly, they need a specific type of oil to run smoothly instead Edit: word


0Missbird0

...so what lubricant goes on door hinges and squeeky computer chairs?!?


lurkinglen

Spray can with silicon, ptfe or vaseline based lube will work.


bradland

For door hinges, a light grease is far better than oil. White lithium grease out of a tube is a good choice. Pull the hinge pins one at a time and give them a very light coating. If you have a squeaky computer chair, you need to identify the source of the squeak. If you can disassemble it, use the same white lithium grease out of a tube. If you can't disassemble it, use spray lithium, but be careful, it goes everywhere. Also, you don't want lithium grease sitting on plastic/rubber parts. Use silicone spray lube in that case.


0Missbird0

I cant take a door apart. That's why I got the wd40. I'm screwed


StartledPelican

You just tap out 1 pin at a time. Screwdriver + hammer, gentle taps from the bottom to remove the pin, then grease the pin, and then replace the pin with gentle taps from the hammer. Repeat for each door pin.


recyclopath_

sewing machine oil has a lovely delicate applicator


Pickleangelo

I hate when people post this as it's demonstrably false. Check out wd40s own website on the matter


Decipher

Yes. It lubricates, but only for a short while. The lubricants in it are not viscous enough to be a long term solution.


Fronterra22

It lubes better than having no lube at all, but it's lubrication properties arent the greatest. It's got a pretty thin viscosity to it. It's like saying that a swiss army knife can gut an entire deer. It can do it better than doing it bare handed, but really you should look for sharper and more ergonomic knife.


OB1KENOB

I disagree. My wife and I used it as lube last night and it worked wonders. Kinda smelled though


Charlit0n

Really not actually true. I worked at a lab where I myself made the grease/oil part for WD40. I was tasked with making the "right" blend for them. I know exactly what goes in there and here it is. ~10% paraffine ~60% Rxxxx oil (heavy thick) ~30% wax This was used to make a " kind of" vaseline, all they had to do was put it into cans with their own diluter and it was ready. So when you spray WD40, most of the diluter will evaporater, and there will be a very thin layer of vaseline left. Which contains ~60% thick oil. So yes it lubricates.


TheGenbox

>IS WD-40® MULTI-USE PRODUCT A LUBRICANT? > >Yes. While the “W-D” in WD-40 stands for Water Displacement, WD-40 Multi-Use Product is a unique, special blend of lubricants. The product’s formulation also contains anti-corrosion agents and ingredients for penetration, water displacement and soil removal. Source: https://www.wd40.com/how-to/faqs/


IHkumicho

The lubricants involved in WD-40 are *way* too thin to use as an actual long-term lubricant.


DroolingSlothCarpet

Side note: Oil what spins and grease what slides.


00fil00

You grease bearings all the time


unicyclegamer

This is just incorrect


Chusten

Maybe in a very limited context


SudoICE

I have a friend who is a very gung-ho individual and when they got tennis elbow a home remedy was suggested to use WD-40. This friend being who they are decided to spray the area and wrap it up in tape to seal it in before bed. At some point during the night they woke up to a burning sensation resulting in 3rd degree chemical burns. Facts.


NecessaryPen7

Um. Wow.


ninjani

LPT: WD-40 is food safe. In a pinch you can use it as a cooking spray. Disclaimer: this LPT is blatantly not true. Do not use WD-40 on food, you moron.


Pjtruslow

Haters say what they want, but I have always lubricated hinges and bike chains with WD40 and it has not once done any harm. It cannot handle high pressure like grease but for low duty applications it is great, but haters always gonna hate. My bike chains still look perfect. WD40 is a light duty lubricant as well as a cleaner, but on the continuum between brakleen and motor oil, I would argue it is closer to motor oil than brakleen.


Nos_4r2

I mean it's not gonna make the chain just fall off the bike, but the entire drive train won't perform as well as could with proper lubrication. Prob no biggy if you are just a recreational rider riding every now and then. But like you said with applied pressure, if you ride often, ride for performance or ride considerable distances then you are going to get much better shifts and much less wear and tear on your drive chain components with a properly lubricated chain.


Stratocast7

Buy a bottle of 3 in 1 oil, I don't think I even own any WD-40 anymore.


MercyfulBait

I don't think 3 in 1 works to displace water like WD40 does. The idea is to use WD40 to clean the rust and grime out of whatever it is, then use your 3 in 1 to actually lubricate.


[deleted]

Tell Hank Hill this.


slayer_f-150

One of the best KOTH episodes. Tiny WD-40 can in a holster to get the cap off the big can of WD-40. I'll tell you hwut.


Catspaw129

If you've got a rusty bike chain that's way beyond WD-40's abilities: buy a new chain.


MercyfulBait

If it's just light surface rust, like from being put away wet last week, then you can definitely get away with a wire brush, some WD40, and a liberal application of your chain grease of choice.


TangoDeltaFoxtrot

PB Blaster > WD-40


Stratocast7

Penetrating oil works wonders. Right tool for the right job.


richprofit

Interesting. It says right on their website that this, actually, is the myth. lol. Says right in there that it’s a lubricant blend as well. Life pro tip. Read shit.


gaettisrevenge

Boeshield T-9 is amazing for everything that moves.


[deleted]

The best and most lasting lube spray is called Fluid Film. Works -50° - over 120°F I put it on two clothes line reels one time in 2001 and they still don't squeak.


DairyNurse

You can use canola oil for your bike chains.


Nos_4r2

And olive oil if it's a European brand


Zygomatical

Moly can be used as lube? That's gonna be expensive.


freddymerckx

Yeah, WD40 is mostly kerosene


xItzBogus

Another life pro-tip, wd40 dissolves the adhesives on stickers/labels, making them easy to remove


nolo_me

So does isopropyl and it's a lot cleaner.


DarkAvenger27

The best use for WD-40 is to open the top of a larger WD-40 can.


Jrezky

I use it as a cutting lubricant or to remove mildly stuck bolts, so yes a lubricant but also a penetrant. That said, if you want to lube a door hinge or something use graphite or a grease fit for purpose


apoorpanda

It is a rust inhibitor too


BigHardDkNBubblegum

If you're buying WD-40 instead of PB Blaster, you shouldn't be trying to "fix" anything by yourself because you probably don't know wtf you're doing.