Moo Slick alternatives...

[big_poppa49]

Have any of you tried any Moo Slick alternatives? I went to order a can but seen the total with shipping is a whopping $16.59!! Wow! Just wondering if any of you are using a good (cheaper) alternative that works about the same. I mostly want it for spraying my drive shaft joints and whatever other moving components on my scx-10.

[big_poppa49]

Now your talking about the dry wd40 right?

Yea that's why I raised this question. Most all rc specific lubes and grease seems to just be relabeled store shelf stuff. I'm just now realizing this as I recently bought a tub of Aquacraft Grim Racer speed grease for my rc boats prop shaft. Paid $7 for a small container and it looks, smells, and has the same texture as my cheap big tube of marine grease that I already have.

[dna4engr]

I'm sure the mooslick is great but I use wd40 specialist water resistant silicone spray. No idea if it's the same stuff. Just like how it works and I can pick it up whenever I want.

The only thing I think is worth picking up from a hobby store is electric motor cleaner. The hardware store ones I've bought are not as nice.

[Waitwhatsthat?]

I prefer a good quality gun oil, on all moving parts. Wd40 will work too, but the gun oil seams to last longer. I was using clp oil, but ran out I picked up a large can oil hornady HD oil. I don't think I'll be disappointed.

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[JatoTheRipper]

Some dollar stores have silicone lube. That's what I use to spry my driveshafts after a run. Would I use it on something expensive and with lots of wear and tear? No. But on RC's it's fine.

[crawlhog]

Try Tri Flo lubricant, it's made for bicycles and their moving parts. A great lube that doesn't wash off quickly and really don't attract dirt. I've used it on all my RC trucks, my jeeps, and even on the machines I build.

[tandum4056]

Most any dry Teflon lube is great. You can purchase it at any motorcycle/bicycle shop. It goes on wet and dries quickly leaving a dry film to protect the metal parts. The best part is it does not attract dirt like most greases or oils tend to do. I have been using the finish line brand for over 10 years in my RC racing rigs with much success.

[QuesoDelDiablo]

I use bike chain oil because I already have it in several different formulas for different conditions (wet/dry etc), or waterproof grease.

[JatoTheRipper]

Originally Posted by crawlhog

Try Tri Flo lubricant, it's made for bicycles and their moving parts. A great lube that doesn't wash off quickly and really don't attract dirt. I've used it on all my RC trucks, my jeeps, and even on the machines I build.

He's looking for cheaper alternatives. That stuff is equally as expensive and even more expensive depending on where you get it.

[tandum4056]

Originally Posted by JatoTheRipper

He's looking for cheaper alternatives. That stuff is equally as expensive and even more expensive depending on where you get it.

Actually, it is $8 w/ free shipping on Amazon. That is pretty inexpensive in my view considering how long a bottle this size will last you. I have my bottle for over a year servicing about 8-10 racing rigs.

https://www.amazon.com/Finish-Line-B...TWWHHXWTVXKDFQ

[WHITE-TRASH]

I have a little tub of VP grease that was included in a parts lot years ago. It's pretty sweet but once it runs out I'll be refilling that handy little container with marine wheel bearing grease which I highly suspect it was filled with in the first place.


Tri-flow is great lube so $8 is certainly worth the product. The only lube I like better is aero kroil but it's rather expensive compared to most others out there. But in this case quality matches the price.

[tandum4056]

You are correct aero kroil is great stuff for sure...but pricey. :-)

[JatoTheRipper]

Originally Posted by tandum4056

Actually, it is $8 w/ free shipping on Amazon. That is pretty inexpensive in my view considering how long a bottle this size will last you. I have my bottle for over a year servicing about 8-10 racing rigs.

https://www.amazon.com/Finish-Line-B...TWWHHXWTVXKDFQ

$8 for 4 ounces! The Moo Slick isn't much more for 12 ounces. Shipping is a different story. But not having to deal with Amazon is always good.

[big_poppa49]

I picked up a can of WD-40 Specilist Dry Lube spray, was that the right stuff? I seen the WD-40 silicone also, but this says Dry Lube and wont attract dirt. Will this work or should I have gotten the WD-40 one that says silicone?

[Hydrocarbon92]

As for the OP's request, Liquid Wrench makes dry silicone spray.

Originally Posted by QuesoDelDiablo

I use bike chain oil because I already have it in several different formulas for different conditions (wet/dry etc), or waterproof grease.

Chain spray is usally moly-based, which usually isn't that sticky. Just make sure it says "moly" or "molybdenum disulfide", or that it's black and stains your skin. It's far better for exposed high-demand lube spots, as it still reduces friction even if the carrier oil dries up. It's also much slicker than dry silicone.

Like someone mentioned, all RC products are usually re-branded OTS products. The market for RC's is a drop in the sea compared to automotive, and the demands are much lower as well.

BTW WD-40 and Kroil aren't really lubricants, at least they aren't the best product for that. Both are water-displacing penetrents, Kroil just being better at it. Both are a fancy mix of kerosene, meaning they DO evaporate.

[Natedog]

Black molybdenum automotive grease, Tri-Flow, spray silicone, all have their place in RC and automotive. Kroil is water dipacing penetrant, good but more expensive and not really a lubricant.

[scott037]

What aboutique dry chain wax the shit works awesome in the sand for my atv chain..

[DeviledEggs]

I tend to stay away from the spray lubes. Just good old grease for me. Usually I like to use Phil Wood. It stays put pretty well and repels moisture. Its for cycling, another niche market, so its kinda pricey. When I dont have any handy, I just reach for my big tub of Valvoline general purpose or Lucas marine.

I suspect motorcycle chain lube is too sticky for most rc use. That stuff can get pretty solid and would probably create excessive drag in our little RCs.