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   mytulpa | Aug 17, 2008 01:01am | #1

   in my experience, lithium grease is the best, even though, yes, it holds the dust. unfortunately, without those gears being sealed, that's kinda the way it is. another good (excellent actually) product is bostik bearing lube. it's a spray, and will free up any seized bearing, guaranteed.(by me, maybe not by bostik.)

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   Napie | Aug 17, 2008 03:23am | #2

   Graphite, no problems with dust.  I have used it for years

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   bcool | Aug 17, 2008 04:21am | #3

   thanks for the advice, I found an article in FFW #165 that had a thourgh discussion of cleaning and lubing tablesaws also. but I like the graphite idea.

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   [email protected] | Aug 17, 2008 06:34am | #4

   Dupont makes a multipurpose lubricant with teflon.  It is essentailly a liquid that drys into a lubricating wax with teflon, and mulibdimum disulfide in it.  Very high shear, (higher than white lithium), low friction, and doesn't attract dust.  Available in liquid and aeresol, (I use and recomend both).

   Here is a link to the product data sheet. 

   http://www2.dupont.com/Products_and_Services/en_AU/assets/downloads/dcse%20msds/teflon%20lubes/Data%20Sheet%20Multi-Use%20-%20DuPont%20(Aust).pdf

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   stillfigurinitout | Aug 29, 2008 04:18am | #10

   Thanks Mr. JnF.  Will try it this weekend.  Do you use it on the tablesaw top? Lowes has the 11 oz aerosol can for $4.99.  Sounds like a miracle lube.  They specifically mention WWing equipment.  Here is their writeup:

   The Clean Lube - No Oily Film - Sets Up Dry!

   o Lasts 3 - 5 times longer in friction testing against other leading lubricants.

   o Goes on wet to penetrate, sets up with a clean, Teflon¯ wax film which will not attract dirt or grime.

   o Lasting protection against rust and oxidation.

   o Use on any moving part - safe for all surfaces

   o Use on Garage Doors, Chains, Hinges, Locks, Windows, Sliding Tracks, Winches, Ramps

   o Non-staining film protects tools, table saws and other wood working equipment

   o O-Ring safe formula extends chain life on motorcycles, ATVs, bicycles & Go-Karts

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   [email protected] | Aug 29, 2008 04:46pm | #11

   I never have tried it on the surface. 

   I can't remember if it has silicones in it or not.  If it doesn't it would probably work well.  If it has silicones, it could effect the adhesion of some finishes. 

   I use plain old canning wax on the top, rubbed in with a brown paper bag.  Just put the wax on from the block, in streaks, like it is a big crayon.  Then rub it out with the paper bag.  The wax sells for a couple of bucks for four sticks, that will probably last your lifetime. 

   For routine clean up of the top, I use wadded up waxed paper.  A trick I learned from my Dad back when potato chips still came in waxed paper bags. 

   The waxed paper is handy in the shop, because you can put it down on bench tops before you glue things up, and the glue doesn't get stuck to things you don't want it on. 

   Edit:  I just checked the data sheet, and it states that it contains no silicones.  So, It would probably be a decent top dressing.  If you try it let me know how it works out. 

   Edited 8/29/2008 12:13 pm ET by Jigs-n-fixtures

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   stillfigurinitout | Aug 30, 2008 01:03am | #12

   thanks for checking on that.  i really like the idea of teflon much more.  i didn't know they made it in a spray until i read your post.  i'm going clean off the table top wax this weekend and spray it down with the teflon.  there are teflon runners on the bottom of my fence.  teflon on teflon should work well.  i'll let you know. 

   i use wax paper for glue ups also and especially to protect the wood when i use those nasty ol black pipe clamps.  i got an ad from woodcraft i believe where the bessey cabinet clamps are about 30% off.  i could spend a small fortune on those and still want more.  i could also trade out the black pipe for zinc coated.  later   

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   [email protected] | Aug 30, 2008 02:23am | #13

   The best option I found for the pipe clamps is epoxy coated steel gas line. 

   I bought a bunch of it from HomeDesperate a few years back for use on pipe clamps.  It won't stain the wood, has nearly as good of a grip on the clamp as the black steel pipe. 

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   stillfigurinitout | Sep 04, 2008 07:18am | #14

   wanted to let you know i tried the teflon spray on the TS tabletop.  i probably sprayed too much on and had to wipe it down to a thin film.  next time i would spray it on a paper shop towel and wipe the top down.  it seems to take a while to dry but it has been very humid.  i made the application about 48 hours ago and as of a few hours ago, my finger still left a streak.  i'm trying to remember if it left a streak with wax or boeshield.  if it doesn't set up i'll take it off with ahcohol.  i did spray the worm gears and trunnions.

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   Woodman41 | Aug 17, 2008 07:29am | #5

   White Lightening... it's a wax lubricant for bicycle chains that's cheap and works great. It goes on as a liquid but then dries, which ensures that it doesn't pick up dirt. I use it for my router lift screw as well, and it works great on bicycle chains as well.

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   JerryPacMan | Aug 17, 2008 05:01pm | #6

   See http://forums.taunton.com/fw-knots/messages?msg=32508.13

   I love Dri Slide and have been using it a lot lately.  It just makes metal move just like the can states.  I just got a new can and it looks like they added another ingredient.  I have not tried the new formula yet.

    

   Life is what happens to you when you're making other plans .

   "Life is not a success only journey."  Dr. Phil

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   flairwoodworks | Aug 18, 2008 08:40am | #7

   I use Boeshield everywhere.

   Chris @ www.flairwoodwork.spaces.live.com

    - Success is not the key to happines.  Happiness is the key to success.  If you love what you are doing, you will be successful. - Albert Schweitzer

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   stillfigurinitout | Aug 29, 2008 02:02am | #8

   i have used a dab of carnuba or paste wax but now use boeshield.  graphite in contact with wood acts like silicon.  grease is a great attractor of sawdust.   

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   boilerbay | Aug 29, 2008 03:17am | #9

   DuPont multi use teflon. Goes on wet, then drys.Does not attract dust and makes the gears wine like a 409. Have tried them all an for me it's the best.