Roller Guide lubrication?

[Another Grand]

My rollers are squeaking again, I always use that 3-1 oil. Is there a better alternative to keeping your rollers rollin? I was about to buy some chit and thought I would ask first.

So the topic is what roller guide lubrication do you use??? Thanks.

Johnny

[Nick C]

The next topic will be "when does Nick get his Bench crimper back?".

[Another Grand]

Come on!!!

[Max'd Out]

I use 3-1.

[emijess]

Originally Posted by Nick C

The next topic will be "when does Nick get his Bench crimper back?".

Hey Nick can I use the crimper next

[dring]

try this stuff they call naval jelley

[Jesslyn]

corrosion block

[Nick C]

Originally Posted by Another Grand

Come on!!!

[RiskTaker]

Originally Posted by Jesslyn

corrosion block

Johnny, I use Corrosion Block as well. It is significantly more costly than 3-in-1 oil or WD-40, but I thought I would give it a try. So far I like it. I think I picked it up at Outdoor World in the Hunting dept.

Yeah, I always test my rollers to ensure they roll easily. One thing I have observed: the rollers have a tendency not to spin when specctra line is sliding over them under line tension. The tip does roll but the other guides may have a tendency to stay put unless those rollers are easily free spinning.

I would suspect that monofilament has a larger surface friction/ or traction so the rollers rolling and squeaking are more obvious. Still, I think it is very important to keep the bearings rolling.

I also use the Corrosion Block for the rest of the equipment too: reels, threads, pliers, etc. You may as well try an aerosol can and see if you prefer it.

[islandshark633]

I wonder if WildWife knows of any good lubricants

[RiskTaker]

Originally Posted by islandshark633

I wonder if WildWife knows of any good lubricants

Alrighty Mr. Fins-to-the-left, Fins-to-the-right: Yeah that could still describe you.

I am going to let out a Top secret here, that should not be repeated anywhere. Sshhhh, mumms the word, right?

But just in case that you have the Wildwife, that cannot be controlled, no matter what; and if friction was a slight infraction. So in that event, a little
bit of that wonderful and delightful Mediterranian substance, some green olive oil should suffice, for your most delightful pleasures.

In case of emergency, carry the same aboard or adrift as First aid 101, from a Mariners point of view.

You never know when you may need some superior substance, regardless of your situation.! Goes great in salads and on bread too.

[just2fish]

PTFE's, "slick 50" in the pump bottle. you cant beat technology. home brew's are ok, however, for lubrication and corrosion protection there's no reason to compromise unless having your rods re-wrapped with new guides is something you enjoy.

[RiskTaker]

Originally Posted by just2fish

PTFE's, "slick 50" in the pump bottle. You cant beat technology.....

Slick 50, good stuff: I put it in all of my motors! I never knew they supply it in a pump bottle. I will have to keep a lookout for the pump bottle.

[just2fish]

Originally Posted by RiskTaker

Slick 50, good stuff: I put it in all of my motors! I never knew they supply it in a pump bottle. I will have to keep a lookout for the pump bottle.

RT, its called 1 lube. orange 6oz musse can size bottle. i think i got it at discount but i dont remember.

[just2fish]

as a matter of fact, i think the new aftco roller guides have ptfe bushing/berrings in them.

[RiskTaker]

Originally Posted by just2fish

as a matter of fact, i think the new aftco roller guides have ptfe bushing/berrings in them.

Just2Fish:

Yes, I believe you are correct. I think that I even read somewhere that you are not supposed to lubricate the Teflon, Afflon bearings. But I can tell you than my Aftco rollers have and do get sticky, so I lubricate them so they don't squeak and roll easy.

Years ago when I was a poor college student in '83, I hand the entreprenurial itch to become a Slick50 dealer, which was a failed business venture for me. From that experience, I learned that the PTFE contained in Slick50 was actually burnished onto the metal parts from heat of operating machinery and friction between two metals. So I suspect that is the same process that Aftco bearing sleeves are treated for the permanent teflon coating. After that we are just superficially touching those spots with more wet lubricant. But I tell you the salt water environment is unforgiving: so it seems we must stay vigilent on keeping our stuff lubed up.

Too bad we can not have all of our stuff in titanium! Our 80 wides would feel like light tackle and if we could hold onto the stuff long enough, it could be passed down to the grandchildren as fully functional quality fishing tackle. But oh no, our manufacturing suppliers will have nothing to do with that, as they would manufacture themselves right out of business.

[islandshark633]

I use white Lithium grease, spray lubricants and oil tend to drip/wash away quickly. If the inner bearing race is jammed in there or if there is noticable wear on the inside of the roller then replace the rollers, they are inexpensive and its an easy job.

[DIRTYFOOT2]

Found this in the nightstand....seems to worklube1.gif

[just2fish]

Originally Posted by DIRTYFOOT2

Found this in the nightstand....seems to workAttachment 739

good comedy DF2...

RT, i was counting guides today at work. my rods are in my office. 50+ guides on my roller rods. thats about 3 hours to lube them all...

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[Gaitor]

I use a 50/50 mix of CRC and Marvel Mystery oil. When the CRC evaporates, there is a thin coating of the Mystery oil remaining. I also use that mix to spritz on a protective coating under the cowling of my outboard motor .... it keeps the bolt heads nice and shiny.