Michael,
Vasoline works for me.
So does light oil (sewing machine type oil).
What is critical is the "squeeze" of the tabs around the edge.
73,
Gary
WB6OGD
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On 01/27/2024 11:20 AM PST Michael.2E0IHW via groups.io <blumu@...> wrote:
How does Vaseline perform? (Maybe only known in the UK.)
My R4-B is ok at present, but...
Michael 2E0IHW
On 27/01/2024 15:17, Paul Christensen wrote:
We all have our opinions but consider using only newer synthetic
grease.? For mechanical PTO and VFO rebuilds, I¡¯m using Mobile1 and
Valvoline SynPower brands.? Petroleum axle and lithium-based grease has
a short lubrication lifetime.
Likewise, I strongly suggest staying away from pure silicone and
Teflon-based grease like TriFlow.? I nearly ruined a Drake 1A VFO
gearbox after a rebuild with TriFlow. Teflon and silicone lose its
ability to lubricate in conditions of angular pressure.? After spending
a day removing the TriFlow grease, the assembly was re-packed with
Mobile1 (Red) synthetic grease and the assembly moves as smoothly today
as it did after the rebuild ten years ago.
Paul, W9AC
Gary WB6OGD