mlehman Yeah, this forum could use an Ignore feature for the chronically socially gritty among us. Mark, A couple of other products that have different apps. I've mentioned my use of CRC 2-26 before. I primarily use it in TINY amounts on the rail. It is very thin, but never had any issues with it getting in the wrong spots. I also use it on problem contacts. I have a few Shinoharas with Caboose Ind. handthrows on the oldest part of the layout which sometimes have a bit of an issues routing power through the points. I'll take a popsicle stick, wet the end and swipe it between the point and the stock rail. Really helps. Then there's Neolube No. 2. It is an "anti-seize lubricant source of graphite film for nuclear applications..." among other great qualities printed on the label. So if your neutron bomb is a little cranky, like some commenters here are inclined to be to fellow forum members for no particular reason than just poor social graces AFAIK, this stuff is just the thing. For model railroad specific applications, narrowgaugers use it for "blackening" valve gear, although the result isn't really black, but that nice greasy look of an overly well oiled machine. Beware! though, because you do not want to get this or any other graphite product where it should not be. It's recommended to apply this to disaasembled valve gear. Obviously not too big a deal on the uninsulated side of your drivers, it could be a big problem if you wet the insulation on the drivers on the insulated side with it. It is very thin, but dries to leave a collodial film of graphite over everything it touches, good or bad.
Yeah, this forum could use an Ignore feature for the chronically socially gritty among us.
Mark,
A couple of other products that have different apps. I've mentioned my use of CRC 2-26 before. I primarily use it in TINY amounts on the rail. It is very thin, but never had any issues with it getting in the wrong spots. I also use it on problem contacts. I have a few Shinoharas with Caboose Ind. handthrows on the oldest part of the layout which sometimes have a bit of an issues routing power through the points. I'll take a popsicle stick, wet the end and swipe it between the point and the stock rail. Really helps.
Then there's Neolube No. 2. It is an "anti-seize lubricant source of graphite film for nuclear applications..." among other great qualities printed on the label. So if your neutron bomb is a little cranky, like some commenters here are inclined to be to fellow forum members for no particular reason than just poor social graces AFAIK, this stuff is just the thing. For model railroad specific applications, narrowgaugers use it for "blackening" valve gear, although the result isn't really black, but that nice greasy look of an overly well oiled machine. Beware! though, because you do not want to get this or any other graphite product where it should not be. It's recommended to apply this to disaasembled valve gear. Obviously not too big a deal on the uninsulated side of your drivers, it could be a big problem if you wet the insulation on the drivers on the insulated side with it. It is very thin, but dries to leave a collodial film of graphite over everything it touches, good or bad.
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Mike Lehman
Urbana, IL
The past few years many companies switched some products to a Gel formula to keep the product from flowing very far.
Some Super glues over the years became Gels. The original super glue was like water.
Google the company and read the specs if you have not done so.
Sorry, thought that was obvious
Rich
If you ever fall over in public, pick yourself up and say “sorry it’s been a while since I inhabited a body.” And just walk away.
richg1998 Just to prevent any possible confusion, the Aero-Gel is not for track. Rich
Just to prevent any possible confusion, the Aero-Gel is not for track.
Calling the stuff Gel instead of it's actual name of "Aero Car ACT-3753 Conducta Lub & Cleaner" certainly confused me!
Wahls Clipper oil is also electricly condictive, it's what we use on track to improve electrical conductivity.
Jay
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richg1998 I posted it right before his message. I know you can see it. I can. It is a link to Train Tek. Click on it. Another supplier I have bought from. Rich
I posted it right before his message. I know you can see it. I can.
It is a link to Train Tek. Click on it. Another supplier I have bought from.
Thank you for your help
Blind Bruce Since this product MAY be conductive, be carefull where it is placed.
Since this product MAY be conductive, be carefull where it is placed.
What product are you talking about?
73
Bruce in the Peg
Sold and also used by Litchfield Station, a DCC company.
Aero-Car ACT-3753 Conducta Lube & Cleaner
Is there a grease or oil that will increase electrical continuity in moving parts?