Slide Lube

[Ishler]

I lost my notes from the fall rally and don't remember what they recommended for the gears and rollers on the slides. I remember that it's a dry lube you can get at Fastenal but not what.

[DonandJudy_12]

Most rv stores have a dry spray lube specifically meant for slide lubrication- We have used several different brands- All seemed to do the job- CW carries it as well- Good luck with your choice- JHMO- Don

[MIMF]

Mike, there are those here on this forum that will disagree with me but, for the last 7 or 8 years, I've been using WD40. WD40 is good for all types of cleaning. It also lubricates, displaces moisture and prevents corrosion. I spray it on the gear rack on the bottom of each inner tube and on the spur gear in each gear pack assembly. Have never had a problem yet.

I also use it to clean the water spots and stains off the inside of the shower. Also, makes the tires shine like a babies back side. Cleans black streaks off the fiberglass. Use it on the door hinges, bike chains and it attracts fish. Don't smell half bad, either. I use it to clean and lubricate all of my firearms which, includes 3 muzzle loaders and a .44 cal cap and ball Remington revolver. They say there's a 1001 uses for WD40. Guess I'll have to go to their web site one of these day and read the list.

[1retired06]

I thought WD40 (great stuff, never travel without) was not a good choice for long term lubrication because it evaporates where a silicon spray does not??

[TLightning]

I use dry lube or silicon spray on the slides.

MIMF...all the tire gurus just had heart attacks when they read your post about using WD 40 on tires!

[jsmitfl]

WD40 is suppose to be made from fish oil.

[jimcol]

I used a dry lube. Some one posted this a few weeks ago from Lippert if the gear pack squeaks: http://lci1.com/images/Flyers/LIPShe...-gear-pack.pdf
Figured if it was good for squeaks it might help prevent them so I followed the oil procedure before our last trip. Jim

[Art-n-Marge]

I was told the reason for not using WD-40 is that it is NOT a dry lube.

Apparently there is a test you can try when selecting a dry lube.... spray whatever it is on a piece of cardboard or wood. Then grab a handful of dirt and fling it at the part you sprayed. A good dry lube will cause the dirt to fall off and not stick. WD-40 DOES NOT pass this test and is why it's not recommended.

Just think how much dirt (aka grit) gets retracted or extracted with the movement of the slide out rails if you don't use a dry lube. You are trying to keep the slides running smooth and the presence of any dirt will not provide this.

I've used many brands of dry lube and not necessarily ones that specifically state "Slide-out Lube." I think adding the words "slide out" just increases the price unnecessarily. But sometimes when it's on sale it's the best price.

[BB_TX]

I bought a spray dry lube with PTFE (Teflon) at Home Depot. Lowes probably has it also. Quickly dries leaving a white powdery like substance.

[mail2us]

Mike, I have relied on #101 TFE-Dry Lubricant Release Agent made by Sprayway as recommended by the Keystone Service Center.

Recently I ordered a new supply of the product and received Sprayway's Black Label Series TFE Dry Coating and Release Agent. I called them and they indicated this new name replaced the #101 product. It does leave a dry white look to the slide arms which does not bother me as it may others.

Using oil products on your slides is not recommended, however, some do. The gears for the slides should be lurbricated with a different product than Sprayway's slide dry lubricant as you maybe aware.

Hope this helps. Dennis

[8.1al]

I have used the TFE for years on the slides and the front legs and it does an excellent job

[MIMF]

WD 40 is NOT a dry lube! But, it does protect against rust and corrosion and displaces moisture by leaving a protective coating. It also does not allow dirt and dust to collect. At least, I've not found it to.

Tom, why did I give all the tire guru's heart attacks? Does it react to todays synthetic tire compounds?

[BB_TX]

Don't know whether it affects tires or not, but I do know it will quickly remove tar from your vehicle if you happen thru pavement where the surface is hot enough to let the tires throw it up.
It does contain 50% mineral spirits. I use mineral spirits for cleaning brushes of varnish, stains, oil based paints, etc. Not sure I would want that on my tires. Have heard it will damage rubber seals.
WD40 info

[TLightning]

quote:Originally posted by MIMF

WD 40 is NOT a dry lube! But, it does protect against rust and corrosion and displaces moisture by leaving a protective coating. It also does not allow dirt and dust to collect. At least, I've not found it to.

Tom, why did I give all the tire guru's heart attacks? Does it react to todays synthetic tire compounds?

It's petroleum based...should not be put on tires. Also, we have a large sailboat that stays in the water year round. On the boater's forum they say never use WD 40 because it DOES collect grit and grim. I can't say that from personal experience, 'cause I quit using it years ago.

[1retired06]

Appears WD40 did not make the winners list for slideouts.

[mail2us]

I would never use WD40 on the slide out rails. JMHO.

[TAKPAK]

For a good lubricant, I have been using TriFlow, or ProLube. Both work really good, for me anyway. While in the maintenance industry, we used WD40 to protect bare metal surfaces, such as milling machines, lathes, etc, that had no protection on them, to keep them from rusting. Also, would use WD40 when polishing valve or pump shafts. Did an excellent job there too. I also have read to never use WD40 on tires, seals, gaskets, etc, because of the petrolem distillates in it. One thing I did find, as a diesel mechanic, was WD40 also makes a good starter fluid if you don't happen to have ether handy. The can says it is flammable, and it IS!!! Disclaimer....NOT recommended for the "new" generation diesels with all the fancy controls. Works for the "old" Cats, Detroits, (heavy equipment) etc.

[Marty79]

Ya All can do what you want but I wouldn't use WD-40 on a go-cart much less anything of real value. WD-40 was never designed as a lubricant, it was designed as a Water Dispersant back in WWII (as the story goes in the Aviation circles). Get it W D? It has a petroleum base (read the can) It will attract dust like a magnet I do own a can or two two use to clean up grease smudges off of paint and to mist into a wet distributor as a quick fix. For lubes I like Tri-Flow or LPS2(second Choice) for a general purpose lube and a dry silicone or teflon spray for dusty areas.

[GreatWhite]

quote:Originally posted by jsmitfl

WD40 is suppose to be made from fish oil.

Uhh.. I don't believe it is.. but, I do know, from personal experience.. that it does help in fishing. Great when fishing for sturgeon..

[fauch]

I have used the slide-lube dry lubricant and Blaster Brand garage door dry chain lube