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falcon01
15-09-2005, 06:32 PM
Hi guys are was just wondering is it ok to spray the engine with rp7/wd40 to keep it from ever rusting

youngfisho
15-09-2005, 06:54 PM
yeah, i do. dont see how it would affect the motor. reduces the build up of salts and inhibits corrosion. just watch all the dripping and overflow after you have sprayed and clean it with a paper towel.


andrew

Eagle
15-09-2005, 07:50 PM
WD 40 is not recomended for spraying the motor or electricals on your engine. This stuff is known to go very gummy and sticky. It can also affect the cables of the wiring loom. The best de-watering spray is Inox. This fluid does not dry, go gummy or wash off without a strong detergent. It wont affect the electrical system or affect any metal. It is the stuff I now use all the time. I only use WD 40 as a lubicant for sharpening my knives on an oilstone. I used to use it on my lathe to stop the rust. It was a total failure and gummed it all up. I wont use it on my rifles for the same reason. Inox is the go but its a bit more pricey but worth it.
Eagle

Morlers
15-09-2005, 08:02 PM
Yep. I use INOX for the same reasons as stated by Eagle. Great stuff.

:) :)

Morlers

revs57
15-09-2005, 08:32 PM
Yep Inox is the go...but try to keep it away from your electricals/wires etc...makes the wiring insulation brittle over time which can be a bummer during servicing, trying to move electrical bits to get at other bits means the job can turn into a rather expensive one with insulation breaking off wires etc

ken4159
15-09-2005, 08:39 PM
don't use wd40 or crc it will cause rust, use inox or lanolin

ken

DaveSue_Fishos_Two
16-09-2005, 12:33 AM
I have used nothing but WD 40 for 30 years and never ever had a problem.

Dave

stokey
16-09-2005, 04:44 PM
a better one still is lannox thats inox with lanoline good stuff

stunnedmullet
16-09-2005, 05:15 PM
Yep, use Lanox on everything even the dog...... ;D
The mullet

Commodore
16-09-2005, 05:41 PM
This was sent to me the other day.....

And I just thought it was a spray in a can!



WD-40 - who knew?!


Water Displacement #40

And you thought that the term "Miracle Cure" was only a marketing ploy! Thought that you might like to know more about this well-known product.

The product began from a search for a rust preventative solvent and degreaser to protect missile parts. WD-40 was created in 1953 by three technicians at the San Diego Rocket Chemical Company.

Its name comes from the project that was to find a "water
displacement" compound. They were successful with the fortieth formulation, thus WD-40.

The Corvair Company bought it in bulk to protect their Atlas missile parts. The workers were so pleased with the product, they began smuggling (also known as "shrinkage" or "stealing") it out to use at home.

The executives decided there might be a consumer market for it and put it in aerosol cans. The rest, as they say, is history.

It is a carefully guarded recipe known only to four people. Only one of them is the "brew master."

There are about 2.5 million gallons of the stuff manufactured each year. It gets its distinctive smell from a fragrance that is added to the brew. Ken East (one of the original founders) says there is nothing in WD-40 that would hurt you.

Here are some of the uses

When you read the "shower door" part, try it. It's the first thing that has ever cleaned that spotty shower door. If yours is plastic, it works just as well as glass. It's a miracle!

Then try it on your stovetop...Viola! It's now shinier than it's ever been. You'll be amazed.

Protects silver from tarnishing.

Cleans and lubricates guitar strings.

Gives floors that 'just-waxed' sheen without making it slippery.

Keeps flies off cows.

Restores and cleans chalkboards.

Removes lipstick stains.

Loosens stubborn zippers.

Untangles jewelry chains.

Removes stains from stainless steel sinks.

Removes dirt and grime from the barbecue grill.

Keeps ceramic/terra cotta garden pots from oxidizing.

Removes tomato stains from clothing.

Keeps glass shower doors free of water spots.

Camouflages scratches in ceramic and marble floors.

Keeps scissors working smoothly.

Lubricates noisy door hinges on vehicles and doors in homes.

Gives a children's play gym slide a shine for a super fast slide.

Lubricates gear shift and mower deck lever for ease of handling on riding mowers.

Rids kids rocking chairs and swings of squeaky noises.

Lubricates tracks in sticking home windows and makes them easier to open.

Spraying an umbrella stem makes it easier to open and close.

Restores and cleans padded leather dashboards in vehicles, as well as vinyl bumpers.

Restores and cleans roof racks on vehicles.

Lubricates and stops squeaks in electric fans.

Lubricates wheel sprockets on tricycles, wagons, and bicycles for easy handling.

Lubricates fan belts on washers and dryers and keeps them running smoothly.

Keeps rust from forming on saws and saw blades, and other tools.

Removes splattered grease on stove.

Keeps bathroom mirror from fogging.

Lubricates prosthetic limbs.

Keeps pigeons off the balcony (they hate the smell).

Removes all traces of duct tape.

Folks even spray it on their arms, hands, and knees to relieve arthritis pain.

Florida's favorite use is: "cleans and removes love bugs from grills and bumpers."

The favorite use in the state of New York--WD-40 protects the Statue of Liberty from the elements.

WD-40 attracts fish. Spray a LITTLE on live bait or lures and you will be catching the big one in no time.

Also, it's a lot cheaper than the chemical attractants that are made for just that purpose. Keep in mind though, using some chemical laced baits or lures for fishing are not allowed in some states.

Use it for fire ant bites. It takes the sting away immediately, and stops the itch.

WD-40 is great for removing crayon from walls. Spray on the mark and wipe with a clean rag.

Also, if you've discovered that your teenage daughter has washed and dried a tube of lipstick with a load of laundry,saturate the lipstick spots with WD-40 and re-wash. Presto! Lipstick is gone!

If you sprayed WD-40 on the distributor cap, it would displace the moisture and allow the car to start.

It removes black scuff marks from the kitchen floor!

Use WD-40 for those nasty tar and scuff marks on flooring. It doesn't seem to harm the finish and you won't have to scrub nearly as hard to get them off. Just remember to open some windows if you have a lot of marks.

Bug guts will eat away the finish on your car if not removed quickly!

Use WD-40!

P.S. The basic ingredient is FISH OIL

MIKOS
16-09-2005, 05:45 PM
falcon01

I use the protectant spray made by mercury.never had a problem.

MIKOS