Taileron Posted August 28, 2020 Report Share Posted August 28, 2020 Afternoon all, My pal and I dared to go out for a bit of rough shooting yesterday, the heavens opened whilst we were out and the guns were drenched. When I got home I fully dried all the visible parts but noticed water was dripping out of the action. As you can see from the image I have removed the action and have thoroughly dried every part. No being a gunsmith I’m unsure of which parts should now be greased, oiled or left alone. If anyone has any directions it would be greatly appreciated. Many Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DUNKS Posted August 28, 2020 Report Share Posted August 28, 2020 I personally would not use grease at all. My method would be to make sure all the pivots are REALLY dry. Then a really good blast all over with brake cleaner, Followed by a light spray with a light aerosol oil 3 in !" perhaps then oil "Just one small drop" on every pivot I can see. I have a fine needle oiler. Then if you have access to an airline give it a good going over or pat dry with a soft cloth. You will get a lot of replies but this is my way. Dont use WD40 it's great for dispersing water but leaves a gummy film after a few weeks. and it's not a good lubricant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenholland Posted August 28, 2020 Report Share Posted August 28, 2020 if you want a cheap airline, just blow up a balloon , I use on all my auto's for those nooks and crannies . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wymberley Posted August 28, 2020 Report Share Posted August 28, 2020 15 minutes ago, DUNKS said: I personally would not use grease at all. My method would be to make sure all the pivots are REALLY dry. Then a really good blast all over with brake cleaner, Followed by a light spray with a light aerosol oil 3 in !" perhaps then oil "Just one small drop" on every pivot I can see. I have a fine needle oiler. Then if you have access to an airline give it a good going over or pat dry with a soft cloth. You will get a lot of replies but this is my way. Dont use WD40 it's great for dispersing water but leaves a gummy film after a few weeks. and it's not a good lubricant. Just make sure that whatever supplies the pressure in the airline is fitted with a moisture extractor system which is actually working. Failing that as it's only a quick blast in the odd crevice an aerosol can of dry air is a better option. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DUNKS Posted August 28, 2020 Report Share Posted August 28, 2020 3 minutes ago, wymberley said: Just make sure that whatever supplies the pressure in the airline is fitted with a moisture extractor system which is actually working. Failing that as it's only a quick blast in the odd crevice an aerosol can of dry air is a better option. Yep good advice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Velocette Posted August 28, 2020 Report Share Posted August 28, 2020 A few drops of your favourite oil from one of these makes the job very easy. 10ml needle tip squeezy bottle. 303561230774 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taileron Posted August 28, 2020 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2020 Brilliant, Thanks for all the advice. I will take it to work on Monday, blow it through with an airline then lubricate all the points. Many Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldypigeonpopper Posted August 30, 2020 Report Share Posted August 30, 2020 Hello, ask gunman on here what he suggests, ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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