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Re: Graphite grease for sextant?
From: W F Jones
Date: 2014 Nov 06, 13:54 -0500
From: W F Jones
Date: 2014 Nov 06, 13:54 -0500
No experience here but I vaguely recall something from years ago about not using graphite based lubricants where water may come into contact. I believe it had to do with a severe corrosion problem related to boat trailer wheels. I personally do not consider it suitable for use on/in a precision instrument. Frank J. Rochester, NY On 11/6/2014 12:01 PM, Ivan L wrote: > Hello everyone, > after some searching and browsing the net, I decided to ask for some Graphite Grease from my auto-mechanic. He was kind enough to get me a small dose for free. > The intention is to grease some parts of the sextant with it, to ensure slow-motion (with somewhat resistance, i.e. for index magnifier). > Does anyone have any experience with this specific kind of grease? (before I apply) > Thank You in advance > Ivan > > [PLAIN TEXT VERSION OF MESSAGE AUTO-GENERATED. ORIGINAL MAY INCLUDE MORE CONTENT] > ---------------------------------------------------------------- > NavList message boards and member settings: www.fer3.com/NavList > Members may optionally receive posts by email. > To cancel email delivery, send a message to NoMail[at]fer3.com > ---------------------------------------------------------------- > > > > : > http://fer3.com/arc/m2.aspx/Graphite-grease-for-sextant-IvanL-nov-2014-g29127 > > > > >
