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Re: [T3] Ignition sticks


> Since WD-40 is NOT a lubricant, should he lubricate it with something
> else?
>

Only if he gets further trouble.
WD40 is a lubricant, but the oils are more volatile than some.  It also contains
a solvent that can thin the original thickened lubricant to enable it to do its
job again.

I used WD40 on a retractable measuring tape that wasn't retracting easily, about
6 months ago, and it is still working fine.  My Type 3 electronic clock wasn't
working, but WD40 got it working again, and it was still working 4 years later.

It may not work as well in a very dry, hot part of the world which would remove
the volatile substances more quickly, but it works for me!

Dave.
UK VW Type 3 & 4 Club
http://www.hallvw.clara.co.uk/
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