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Squeaky Wheels

Started by BillBrakeman, September 14, 2007, 12:45:45 PM

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BillBrakeman

I have several  Big Hauler freight trucks w metal wheels that squeak horrendously. Does anyone have a suggestion as to lubrication or any other solution?

Bill

JerryB

I lubricate all my axle bearings with graphite powder. I get the stuff sold at hardware and home stores for lubricating locks. Kadee also sells a slightly finer powder version. I use that on the couplers

You could use oil, but it has a tendency to collect dirt, and many common oils will attack plastics. Not good.

Hope this helps.

Happy RRing,

Jerry Bowers
Sequoia Pacific RR in 1:20 / 70.6mm
Boonville Light & Power Co. in 1:20 / 45mm
Navarro Engineering & Construction Co. in 1:20 / 32mm
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