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Author: clarnibass
Date: 2006-11-10 14:11
Hi
I've been using WD40 penetrating oil. It works pretty good (everything else I have tried so far was terrible) but it only comes in spray cans which is really uncomfortable to use. I am wondering what would you recommend to use as penetrating oil that is liquid and not spray, and would be at least as good as WD40 (preferably better)?
Thanks!
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Author: Bassie
Date: 2006-11-10 15:39
For dismantling, 'Plus Gas' is better in my experience. WD40 scores higher in the water displacement / proofing stakes.
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Author: jmsa
Date: 2006-11-10 15:40
Simply spray some WD40 into the cap and use a toothpick or Q-tip to apply.
jmsa
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Author: David Spiegelthal ★2017
Date: 2006-11-10 16:02
In the automobile world a penetrant oil called "PB Blaster" is popular, but I think it only comes in spray cans. WD-40, however, is definitely available in a spouted can.
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Author: BobD
Date: 2006-11-10 18:50
I use WD40 for various purposes, but my impression is that most people dont' consider it the best for loosening stuck parts....which I guess you are inferring by the term "penetrating oil". WD is intended, I believe, as a water displacing product i.e. if something got wet and you wanted to displace the water. I use a couple other products for loosening stuck parts but their names escape me now. ACE hardware or any automotive products store are sources.
Bob Draznik
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Author: William Hughes ★2017
Date: 2006-11-10 19:28
WD = Water Displacement
40 = It was the fortieth formulation tried.
(According to their website - www.wd40.com - they now make a WD40 pen that might be suitable for use on balky clarinet keys.)
Post Edited (2006-11-10 19:33)
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Author: Kalakos
Date: 2006-11-10 19:45
I don't know about how safe WD 40 is around clarinets; they say that it is basically a kerosene based product. However, you can buy it buy bulk in large cans at Orchard Supply and such type stores. You don't have to buy it in a spray can. We use it a lot for machine type uses at our house (and as a water displacer).
Good luck.
Kalakos
Kalakos Music
http://www.TAdelphia.com
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Author: Gordon (NZ)
Date: 2006-11-11 03:18
I gave up WD-40 as a somewhat dubious product when items (including the top of the can) that came in contact with it tended to rust more easily.
Many technicians like PB Blaster as a penetrating fluid. I haven't used up my container of Ferrees product yet, so I haven't tried it.
Post Edited (2006-11-11 03:19)
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Author: clarnibass
Date: 2006-11-11 03:45
OK, I'll try to find PB Blaster or see if I can order the Ferrees one.
Thanks!
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