Bearing lubricant

[John M. Formsma]

I believe Breakfree is often used for gun firing mechanisms.  I think you
can get it at gun shows and gun supply houses.  I've had my bottle for a
while now, so I've forgotten from whence it came.  :-)  Actually, I hadn't
thought of using it on bearing points.  Seems like a good suggestion.

I have used Liquid Wrench with Teflon.  The smell is not very strong, and
the price is low.  The method I use is very high-tech. :-) Spray some in the
cap, dip a swab (or pipe cleaner) in, and apply to desired area.  However, I
like the idea of using the hypo oiler, and have applied Protek with it.

John Formsma

-----Original Message-----
From: owner-pianotech@ptg.org [mailto:owner-pianotech@ptg.org]On Behalf
Of Avery Todd
Sent: Saturday, August 07, 1999 11:10 PM
To: pianotech@ptg.org
Subject: Re: Bearing lubricant


Walt,

    What type of stores carry this? Hardware?

Avery

>I've found Breakfree CLP useful.  It has Teflon as part of its' formula.  I
>transfer the Breakfree from its' container (shake well first) and put it
into
>a hypo bottle.  A little of this stuff goes a long way.  One drop on a
bridge
>pin or agraffe hole is plenty.  It will break up oxidation and leaves a
film
>when the solvents evaporate.  Great for metal trapwork/pedal parts as well.
>
>Walt Connell
>Dallas, TX.