Electric cutout problems
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Captain
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Electric cutout problems
i installed my electric cutout about 2 months ago now and i went to open it the other day but it wont open, if u get someone to hold the switch to the opening position then crawl under and give it a little push it opens... has anyone had a problem like this befoer?
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RE: Electric cutout problems
Try some lithium grease spray or tube. This will work better against the heat. WD-40 is water based and depending on what is actually sprayed can possibly rust any moving parts. If you use WD-40, you will have to use it all the time to keep the rusting and seizing from happening.
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RE: Electric cutout problems
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Try some lithium grease spray or tube. This will work better against the heat. WD-40 is water based and depending on what is actually sprayed can possibly rust any moving parts. If you use WD-40, you will have to use it all the time to keep the rusting and seizing from happening.
Try some lithium grease spray or tube. This will work better against the heat. WD-40 is water based and depending on what is actually sprayed can possibly rust any moving parts. If you use WD-40, you will have to use it all the time to keep the rusting and seizing from happening.
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RE: Electric cutout problems
You are correct on this, however when WD-40 is exposed to extensive heat, the lubricant breaks down and forms almost a rust like substance build up in tight spots.
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RE: Electric cutout problems
ORIGINAL: L and R Two
You are correct on this, however when WD-40 is exposed to extensive heat, the lubricant breaks down and forms almost a rust like substance build up in tight spots.
You are correct on this, however when WD-40 is exposed to extensive heat, the lubricant breaks down and forms almost a rust like substance build up in tight spots.
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RE: Electric cutout problems
Yep I stink we are all in agreement it is binding.
WD-40 and lithium grease are great lubricants.
Might I suggest a dry graphite lubricant?
Good up to about5400 degrees F (3000 C)
However it is conductive so don’t get it on the electrical parts.
My 2 cents
WD-40 and lithium grease are great lubricants.
Might I suggest a dry graphite lubricant?
Good up to about5400 degrees F (3000 C)
However it is conductive so don’t get it on the electrical parts.
My 2 cents
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From: Regina, SK
RE: Electric cutout problems
hey thanx guys i got a ton of wd-40 so ill try spraying some of that on there tonight and see what happens, hopefully that fixes it up. Cause i miss having it be able to work at the touch of a button haha
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RE: Electric cutout problems
Depending on how long you've had them installd they may just have a little bit of carbon or mudbuilt up on them. Maybe time for a little cleaning, judging by yourpic. anyway..
