Topic: Things you couldn't do without WD40

[SteveD CB500F]

Pinched this from the VFR Forum...

Water Displacement #40. The product began from a search for a rust preventative solvent and degreaser to protect missile parts. WD-40 was created in 1953 by three technicians at the San Diego Rocket Chemical Company. Its name comes from the project that was to find a "water displacement" compound. They were successful with the fortieth formulation, thus WD-40. The Corvair Company bought it in bulk to protect their atlas missile parts.

The workers were so pleased with the product, they began smuggling (also known as "shrinkage" or "stealing") it out to use at home. The executives decided there might be a consumer market for it and put it in aerosol cans. The rest, as they say, is history.

It is a carefully guarded recipe known only to four people. Only one of them is the "brew master." There are about 2.5 million gallons of the stuff manufactured each year. It gets its distinctive smell from a fragrance that is added to the brew.

Ken East (one of the original founders) says there is nothing in WD-40 that would hurt you.

When you read the "shower door" part, try it. It's the first thing that has ever cleaned that spotty shower door. If yours is plastic, it works just as well as glass.

Here are some of the uses

1. Excellent for spraying on snow shovels for quicker release of load.
2. Then try it on your stovetop... It's now shinier than it's ever been. You'll be amazed.
3. Protects silver from tarnishing.
4. Cleans and lubricates guitar strings.
5. Gives floors that 'just-waxed' sheen without making it slippery.
6. Keeps flies off cows.
7. Restores and cleans chalkboards.
8. Removes lipstick stains. Just spray on clothing where the stain is located and wash.
9. Loosens stubborn zippers.
10. Untangles jewelry chains.
11. Removes stains from stainless steel sinks.
12. Removes dirt and grime from the barbecue grill.
13. Keeps ceramic/terra cotta garden pots from oxidizing.
14. Removes tomato stains from clothing.
15. Keeps glass shower doors free of water spots. And removes hard water build-up.
16. Camouflages scratches in ceramic and marble floors.
17. Keeps scissors working smoothly.
18. Lubricates noisy door hinges on vehicles and doors in homes.
19. Gives a children's play gym slide a shine for a super fast slide.
20. Lubricates gear shift and mower deck lever for ease of handling on riding mowers.
21. Rids kids rocking chairs and swings of squeaky noises.
22. Lubricates tracks in sticking home windows and makes them easier to open.
23. Spraying an umbrella stem makes it easier to open and close.
24. Restores and cleans padded leather dashboards in vehicles, as well as vinyl bumpers.
25. Restores and cleans roof racks on vehicles.
26. Lubricates and stops squeaks in electric fans.
27. Lubricates wheel sprockets on tricycles, wagons, and bicycles for easy handling.
28. Lubricates fan belts on washers and dryers and keeps them running smoothly.
29. Keeps rust from forming on saws and saw blades, and other tools.
30. Removes splattered grease on stove.
31. Keeps bathroom mirror from fogging.
32. Lubricates prosthetic limbs.
33. Keeps pigeons off the balcony (they hate the smell).
34. Removes all traces of duct tape.
35. Folks even spray it on their arms, hands, and knees to relieve arthritis pain.
36. Florida's favorite use is: "cleans and removes love bugs from grills and bumpers." Bug guts will eat away the finish on your car if not removed quickly! Use WD-40
37. The favorite use in the state of New York--WD-40 protects the Statue of Liberty from the elements.
38. WD-40 attracts fish. Spray a LITTLE on live bait or lures and you will be catching the big one in no time. Also, it's a lot cheaper than the chemical attractants that are made for just that purpose. Keep in mind though, using some chemical laced baits or lures for fishing are not allowed in some states.
40. Use it for fire ant bites. It takes the sting away immediately and stops the itch.
41. WD-40 is great for removing crayon from walls. Spray on the mark and wipe with a clean rag.
42. If you sprayed WD-40 on the distributor cap, it would displace the moisture and allow the car to start.
43. It removes black scuff marks from the kitchen floor and shoes!

P.S. The basic ingredient is FISH OIL

[Bob Wessner]

Funny, a friend passed this to me the other day and I almost posted it, but was not sure of the veracity, particularly the part about the basic ingredient being fish oil.

[mcpuffett]

its like a magic potion  , i have a can in the house , in the van, in the car & several in the shed  ,  mick.

[Brunow]

I LOVE WD40! Never seen a fish come out of it... But hell yeah if even the fish love it Why not

[SteveD CB500F]

I almost posted it, but was not sure of the veracity

Nowhere do I say that I believe any of it!

Might try one or two though...

[Bob Wessner]

I use it a good deal myself. If fish oil is the basic ingredient, maybe we could drink it as well, you know, Omega-3 source. 

[ElCheapo]

Doubles as Binaca breath spray

Just kidding

[CrisPDuk]

When your normally 100% reliable CB550 won't start, remove the points cover & soak in WD40:)

[Rushoid]

Makes a good non-stick cooking spray.

Don't use it to clean your contacts though.

 

[Ernie]

when i was a kid i worked on a chater boat as a fist mate,my job was to set the achor and bait peoples hooks,i guess you could say i was a professional baiter.If i had known about wd40 i would have been a master- baitor

[Bob Wessner]

when i was a kid i worked on a chater boat as a fist mate,my job was to set the achor and bait peoples hooks,i guess you could say i was a professional baiter.If i had known about wd40 i would have been a master- baitor

Groan. 

[Ernie]

aw come on wasnt too shabby for an off the cuff

[Bob Wessner]

Actually, it was a complement to your quick wit.

[Steve F]

It's great on toast or bagels in the morning!! 
Seriously, I love the stuff for putting a nice satin finish on aluminum parts when used with a Scotchbrite pad.  The finish comes out super consistent and uniform, and you can clean small parts with the stuff too.

[putnaja1]

It's a good cologne for a night out to pick up some ladies.
I use it to lubricate my shaft! 
I also clean my shaft with it as well. 

Oh hey wait, what were we talking about again?

[aptech77]

Crap, IMO!

[joeson]

all these things are what maybe we should have done before it squeeked!I carry it in my tool box,for just such occasions and it really cleans greasy oily hands,the smell is what gives it away.

[Rsnip988]

I love the smell, sometimes i use it for an air freshener in the bathroom....

(I dont but come to think of it I might, smells better than the berry/flower crap my fiance uses)

RKS

[Steve F]

It's a good cologne for a night out to pick up some ladies.
I use it to lubricate my shaft! 
I also clean my shaft with it as well. 

Oh hey wait, what were we talking about again?

That's what I was getting at  "...and you can clean small parts with the stuff too."    

[Jonesy]

I use it a good deal myself. If fish oil is the basic ingredient, maybe we could drink it as well, you know, Omega-3 source.

Interesting. On a related note, know what the original GM "Dexron" ATF in the 1960's was based on? Whale oil. I learned this from a training class conducted at GM's Hydra-matic division. They said it was the slipperiest stuff they ever used. But, that stopped after it became illegal to hunt whales, so Dexron-II was petroleum-based.

[Trevor from Warragul]

Have you ever bought a CD or DVD & had trouble removing the price tag or security sticker?  Spray on some WD40, let it soak in, then peel off the sticker.  The plastic will not be damaged!  I also use it to remove all traces of sticker glue.

[cmorgan47]

Have you ever bought a CD or DVD & had trouble removing the price tag or security sticker?  Spray on some WD40, let it soak in, then peel off the sticker.  The plastic will not be damaged!  I also use it to remove all traces of sticker glue.

wonder if it works for bumpersticker goo.

[putnaja1]

It's a good cologne for a night out to pick up some ladies.
I use it to lubricate my shaft! 
I also clean my shaft with it as well. 

Oh hey wait, what were we talking about again?

That's what I was getting at  "...and you can clean small parts with the stuff too."    

D'oh!  I set myself up for that one! 

[nickjtc]

Reminds me of the film 'My big fat Greek wedding', where the father uses Windex for everything.

[keiths]

I've used WD-40 as a chain lube on my bicycles since the mid-70's. I doesn't attract dirt and it keeps it from rusting.