The assembly instructions with these components make no mention of any kind of necessary lubricants...so it appears to be a naked metal on metal design...which makes me think that even dry graphite would impair the friction actuation which holds each...
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There are several really good videos on how to install these, plus there are good written instructions in the package. First the "expander" pods go into the end of the handlebar WITHOUT LUBRICANT, separately from the levers. Use a hex wrench to tighten by turning COUNTER-clockwise to tighten. Then attach the levers. Then insert the cable housings into the levers (very easy). Then insert the cables into the housings after putting lever into a certain position (instructions included) to expose the cable hole. No lubricants are necessary but I always rub white teflon grease onto all of my cables before insertion, sparingly - probably not necessary but I do it to prevent rust. Use electrical tape to hold the cable housings in position before wrapping the handlebar tape. Check out the u-tube videos after Googling bar-end shifters.
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Most do not include lubricant. I called customer service & the guy stated that the treadmill requires a wax based lubricant.
628361
I don't know about any lubricant. I gave the pads to a mechanic to install. What I can tell you is that these are great pads. The mechanic told me how good they were. Buy them!!!
2009147
The item comes with lubricant already applied. You should not need to apply any additional lubricant.
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I don't own this specific product, but I learned jewelry making with a torch this size. I think these guys just don't know about jewelry making. :|
653054
from my reading of the literature that came with the product, there was no clear indication of what it would remove and to my mind the design is such that it might lead to contamination in the assembly process. sorry to say, but I suggest you look for another product if you have concerns about water safety
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I used a good, high quality wheel bearing grease. By the way, they're working well! I hope that helps Kevin!
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The owners manual states that the sprocket in the bar needs lubrication, but I don't recall it mentioning the drive sprocket. Everything is pretty well oiled by the chain lube.
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Unless there is a definite need for Silicone Based Lubes I waould use water based. This product does not state but I would play it on the safe side. Thanks, Bob Bestway
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I really do not know, as I have never tried it like that. I guess it would work as I use the stuff for friction wearing parts that are exposed to the elements. Try it, what could you lose.
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So far I have not had to lube, just keep the tracks clean and free of dirt. I don't know if you have lube.
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The container says it is for all metals. Still need a lot of elbow grease though.
529051
Probably not, it is more of an anit-chafe product to reduce friction. Not a lubricant.
1301706
I have experienced this, and have read it in other reviews (the rubber rollers on the tubular track). My opinion is that other than an irritating noise, it doesen't hurt the equipment or performance. Noise coming from the flywheel assembly would be another issue. My first inclination would be to spray silicone lubricant (not petroleum based lubricant) on the rollers, but I seem recalling the instructions advising against "lubricating". Although I can hardly see how silicone would hurt, I want to research this a little more before doing it.
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I suspect it has a little dirt or grit between the two ramp pieces. You may be able to flush it out by running some water in the area between the inner and outer ramp. I would not use any kind of lubricant (oil) because it will just become a dirt magnet and will eventually make things worse.
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NO. At least the one I bought from SpeedPuzzles wasn't lubed. It was also a little dusty but in otherwise perfect condition.
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I really don't know. The bottle seems kind of explicit about metal parts. Maybe they think Teflon is slick enough without it.