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Xray Delta · 08-30-2005, 02:42 PM

So I took down my XD to approximately 80% including everything on slide except chamber indicator and extractor...and on the frame...i took out locking block, and trigger only. As I was gathering tools together I ran accross my bottle of Dry Chain Lube, used on Bicycle chains, and thought it might work well on some of the parts. Before I do it though I wanted to consult all u experts.

this Dry Chain Lube contains PTFE (PolyTetraFluoroEthylene) ie. Teflon. Can i use this on internal gun parts, springs etc?

thanks for your input.

XDTOM40 · 08-30-2005, 03:22 PM

I really cannot answer your question, but I always wonder why people are looking at "alternatives" for good gun care products. I only use things on my guns that are tested and made for guns. Cleaning, lubrication products are not that expensive considering the investment you have in your guns.

Not directing this towards you by any means. I just see posts like these often on more than just a few forums and it just surprises me what some people try to use on weapons.

WARHEAD'Z · 08-30-2005, 04:27 PM

I ALWAYS USE BREAKFREE CLP. IT IS GOOD ENOUGH FOR THE MARINE CORPS SO IT'S GOOD ENOUGH FOR ME.

MPSoldier · 08-30-2005, 07:22 PM

If you are asking if Teflon is safe to use on your gun, yes is it perfectly fine. Many brands use Teflon in their brand of lubricants so even though the active ingredient is the same, different Teflon products will differ in their qualities based on what they were designed for. Basically, until you buy a semiautomatic bicycle chain, the dry lubricant you're talking about was probably not meant for firearms.

I see a LOT of postings about lubricant, and even more about lack thereof. I am surprised I haven't seen many postings for Militec-1, which is a machine-grade, synthetic lubricant. Like Syntec for your car, Militec-1 is designed to bond to metal after repeated applications. You put it on, let it sit, then wipe it dry. After 3 or more applications, you will have a gun that is "dry" (not drowned in oil) and will have NO lubrication problems. It will also repel dirt and can be cleaned with nothing more than a rag if it gets dusty.

It was a lifesaver (literally) for me in Iraq.

It is a little more expensive than other brands (about $8 per oz. for civilians) but well worth it. Militec provides it free to any military member who asks for it, and gets free samples to law enforcement.

Check out their websit: www.militec-1.com

Vtwin · 08-31-2005, 05:41 AM

I would say no. Most of the chain lube I've ever used on my bike attracted so much dirt etc. Plus I think that cleaning it would make it a bitch to try and get that crap off...

poetshot · 08-31-2005, 05:52 AM

I wouldn't. The dry chain lubes were designed and are good for wet environments, not so good for dry. They tend to be a bit waxy and by nature attract and hold dirt and grit when used in dry conditions. The Militec previously mentioned would be a better option imo for a dryer lube.

[TASF]Overkill · 08-31-2005, 05:52 AM

If I remember correctly, Eezox started life as a bicycle product.

tec · 08-31-2005, 06:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WARHEAD'Z

I ALWAYS USE BREAKFREE CLP. IT IS GOOD ENOUGH FOR THE MARINE CORPS SO IT'S GOOD ENOUGH FOR ME.

Good gravy man, stop yelling would ya?!?!

ichy_trigger · 08-31-2005, 06:21 AM

I prefer dry lubricats on my trigger group as they do not tend to hold dirt and get gummy.

etech · 08-31-2005, 09:31 AM

I have over 3000 rounds through a service and tactical that have only been lubed with dry moly since they were new. Both show no wear.
I started using dry moly on 22 semiauto rifles that gunk up after 400-500 rounds and the dry moly stopped that problem on the 22s so I started out with it on my XDs. I do use CLP for the exterior.

08-30-2005, 02:42 PM	#1
Xray Delta XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 130	Dry Chain Lube for use on XD So I took down my XD to approximately 80% including everything on slide except chamber indicator and extractor...and on the frame...i took out locking block, and trigger only. As I was gathering tools together I ran accross my bottle of Dry Chain Lube, used on Bicycle chains, and thought it might work well on some of the parts. Before I do it though I wanted to consult all u experts. this Dry Chain Lube contains PTFE (PolyTetraFluoroEthylene) ie. Teflon. Can i use this on internal gun parts, springs etc? thanks for your input.

08-30-2005, 03:22 PM	#2
XDTOM40 XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 358	I really cannot answer your question, but I always wonder why people are looking at "alternatives" for good gun care products. I only use things on my guns that are tested and made for guns. Cleaning, lubrication products are not that expensive considering the investment you have in your guns. Not directing this towards you by any means. I just see posts like these often on more than just a few forums and it just surprises me what some people try to use on weapons. __________________ XD40 Subcompact, Matte Black Duracoat,Ameriglos HBE COM3 w/shark loops & trim Bushmaster AR15 XM15 E2S M4 S&W 66-7 2.5"

08-31-2005, 05:41 AM	#5
Vtwin XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: RochVegas, NY Posts: 345	I would say no. Most of the chain lube I've ever used on my bike attracted so much dirt etc. Plus I think that cleaning it would make it a bitch to try and get that crap off... __________________ XD .40 SC in OD GREEN God, Family, and the pursuit of self-defense!

08-31-2005, 05:52 AM	#6
poetshot XDTalk Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: south central Pa Posts: 47	I wouldn't. The dry chain lubes were designed and are good for wet environments, not so good for dry. They tend to be a bit waxy and by nature attract and hold dirt and grit when used in dry conditions. The Militec previously mentioned would be a better option imo for a dryer lube. __________________ \"To the world you might be just one person, but to one person you just might be the world\"

08-31-2005, 05:52 AM	#7
[TASF]Overkill XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Lynchburg, VA Posts: 2,446	If I remember correctly, Eezox started life as a bicycle product. __________________ "Semper facere bonum, an a amare odium, vita mors." [Do good always, whether through life or death, love or hate.] "He who relies solely on warlike measures shall be exterminated; he who relies solely on peaceful measures shall perish." Photo thread is back! (Until next disaster)

08-30-2005, 04:27 PM	#3
WARHEAD'Z XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 587	I ALWAYS USE BREAKFREE CLP. IT IS GOOD ENOUGH FOR THE MARINE CORPS SO IT'S GOOD ENOUGH FOR ME.

08-30-2005, 07:22 PM	#4
MPSoldier XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Ft Hood, TX Posts: 166	If you are asking if Teflon is safe to use on your gun, yes is it perfectly fine. Many brands use Teflon in their brand of lubricants so even though the active ingredient is the same, different Teflon products will differ in their qualities based on what they were designed for. Basically, until you buy a semiautomatic bicycle chain, the dry lubricant you're talking about was probably not meant for firearms. I see a LOT of postings about lubricant, and even more about lack thereof. I am surprised I haven't seen many postings for Militec-1, which is a machine-grade, synthetic lubricant. Like Syntec for your car, Militec-1 is designed to bond to metal after repeated applications. You put it on, let it sit, then wipe it dry. After 3 or more applications, you will have a gun that is "dry" (not drowned in oil) and will have NO lubrication problems. It will also repel dirt and can be cleaned with nothing more than a rag if it gets dusty. It was a lifesaver (literally) for me in Iraq. It is a little more expensive than other brands (about $8 per oz. for civilians) but well worth it. Militec provides it free to any military member who asks for it, and gets free samples to law enforcement. Check out their websit: www.militec-1.com

08-31-2005, 06:21 AM	#9
ichy_trigger XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Dayton, Ohio Posts: 7,414	I prefer dry lubricats on my trigger group as they do not tend to hold dirt and get gummy. __________________ "The person who has nothing for which he is willing to fight, nothing which is more important than his own personal safety, is a miserable creature and has no chance of being free unless made and kept so by the exertions of better men than himself." http://militarysignatures.com/signatures/member2645.png

08-31-2005, 09:31 AM	#10
etech XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 6	I have over 3000 rounds through a service and tactical that have only been lubed with dry moly since they were new. Both show no wear. I started using dry moly on 22 semiauto rifles that gunk up after 400-500 rounds and the dry moly stopped that problem on the 22s so I started out with it on my XDs. I do use CLP for the exterior.

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