Stupid WD-40 tricks...
Ive used it as a torch to to get some tight stuff apart.
Stupid WD-40 tricks...
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Stupid WD-40 tricks...
Seems to be getting kinda slow in the O&L forum lately, so I thought I'd throw this one out:
What's your favorite silly/stupid/handy use for WD-40?
Keep it clean, folks.
XXL
What's your favorite silly/stupid/handy use for WD-40?
Keep it clean, folks.
XXL
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Stupid WD-40 tricks...
I have used it to clean off the gunk and buildup that standard chain-lubes create on Motorcycle chains. SPray it on and it eats though the gunk.
Then I let it dry, then start using a Chain Wax (chain waxes can't be applied over the gunky lube build-up - the chain needs to be clean).
Then I let it dry, then start using a Chain Wax (chain waxes can't be applied over the gunky lube build-up - the chain needs to be clean).
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Ive used it to spray around intake manifolds to find leaks.Also works good as a bug remover on the front end,but wash it right after doing it.That torch thing sounds kind of interesting......
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Here's mine: I own a Ruger 10/22 .22 rifle. I put a Hogue synthetic stock on it (black rubber). Anyhow, to clean/refresh the stock, you just strip the gun (to isolate the rubberized stock), put some gloves on, and massage WD-40 into it. Use a soft rag to clean the extra WD-40 off. Good as new!
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Here's mine: I own a Ruger 10/22 .22 rifle. I put a Hogue synthetic stock on it (black rubber). Anyhow, to clean/refresh the stock, you just strip the gun (to isolate the rubberized stock), put some gloves on, and massage WD-40 into it. Use a soft rag to clean the extra WD-40 off. Good as new!
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Stupid WD-40 tricks...
I saw someone say that they use WD-40 to clean gunk off their hands, but the best thing that i have seen for cleaning my hands is break cleaner. That stuff can work miracles in the area of cleaning. It's amazing. I do use WD-40 to clean various things off of painted surfaces, though, as it usually doesn't damage the surface which you are cleaning. WD-40 isn't good for loosening rusted fasteners or anything like that, but it works pretty well for some cleaning applications, and it does burn pretty well too, so it makes a decent flame thrower.
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I don't do this any more,but before I'd put a big chunk of wood in the fire place, pour kerosene on it, then roast it with a wd-40 flame for 20-30 seconds, and I had a pretty healthy fire goinn in under a minute
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Well, I use it to cover up scratches or faded areas on a cars paint. It works great! Also it won't come off until you wash it off with soap!!
I also use it to clean my hands after working on my truck!!
I also use it as a starting fluid to start my piece of junk lawn mower. All I do is spray a bit of it in the carb and it starts right up!!
I also use it to clean my hands after working on my truck!!
I also use it as a starting fluid to start my piece of junk lawn mower. All I do is spray a bit of it in the carb and it starts right up!!
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Stupid WD-40 tricks...
Originally posted by Horsepuller
I spray a little WD-40 on the oxidized orange paint of my antique tractor. Then buff it off with a rag. Shines it up pretty good.
I spray a little WD-40 on the oxidized orange paint of my antique tractor. Then buff it off with a rag. Shines it up pretty good.
Also works great to remove road tar, just spray on and watch it
soften up and slide off the vehicle.
John