How do i Wash/Lubricate Cables used to drive in Salty Snow Slush? They rust immediately! I find these are almost 1 time use cables.
68476
That's a tough one. Most any oil will help in the slowing of rust however in this application you have the possibility of tire deterioration and vehicle paint to be concerned with. Have you tried contacting the manufacturer, Security Chain Company?
68477
I have used my cables a few times, but not have had a rusting problem. I would suggest you contact Security Chain Company. Also, if there is a lot of salt used in your area it would make sense to rinse your cables and if possible, hang them to dry.
68478
Surface rust is not a problem, I've used mine for years. The part that wears out is the rubber tensioner, not the metal cables. Replacement tensioners are available. At the end of the season wash the cables down with water, let dry. Spray with WD-40 before packing away for the next winter.
608417
I have used these pens for years, but I have never deliberately left them in a vehicle for an extended period of time, maybe the occasional weekend here or there, but I don't think it should be a problem, they don't seem to be too sensitive to heat or cold. I recommend them, I regularly use them to write on wet or frosty items, when a Sharpie can't. I think would put your pen(s) in a small zipper bag just to be safe until you see hav they react in your climate this summer. Good idea keeping one with your CERT gear, I should probably thow one in with mine too.
199783
I got these for Christmas and mine stained right away on the second use cooking some frozen fish. Has anyone successfully gotten the stains out I tried the soap and water per instructions but that did not seem to help.
1648552
I've used mine in saltwater since the day I bought it. That was almost a year ago. I just rinse it very well when I get home. This motor works perfectly on my little skiff!
1661933
I'm not sure how it is in salt water. What I can tell you is that you have to have a very deep tank and that the motor is prone to failing and leaking everywhere! I would not recommend this product or this brand. The company is not helpful at all.
865629
I never have, but I don't know why you couldn't, everything seems well sealed. I have ridden on packed snow and muddy conditions, but never in extremely wet conditions.
20301
Never had troubles with cables caught in snow.We have cables on 4 buildings now and never seen any troubles like that.Like Cheryl said "best time to lay cables out is in the spring and summer".Makes it easy to work with and the cables get to lay smooth from the heat.
476955
I do not believe these will work as they contain no real silver, and are not conductive when dry. Though I could be mistaken. I believe you will need something such as http://amzn.com/B0002BBVQO or http://amzn.com/B00FEFTHK0, or some similarly conductive paint/ink. I've read you need to use silver conductive paint/ink to repair defroster lines. If you are trying to repair defroster tabs, there are kits and guides. If you need more help I found this guide online really quick: http://www.popularmechanics.com/cars/how-to/maintenance/4221212.
2096837
I have had no reaction to salt residue. I will however say if the car is extremely dirty (like snowy highway driving) I would save some forearm abuse and give it a quick wash
2075826
That is what it said. But the directions plainly state that the truck must be wiped down and the bearings grease after every use. That is why I won't let my son run it in the snow or rain.
829351
Good Morning Paulette, I have have not had the need to do this yet with my bike. But I can give you a word of advice that I have learned from other pieces of exercise equipment. Use a dry lubricant as the wet tends to hold dust which will build up in time. The dry lubricants. like used on outdoor bicycles, does not accumulate dust. Sorry I can't give you a procedure. I just haven't had the need to open it up yet.
323404
I have yet to use these in Snow. I have used them on frozen ground and frozen mud, they worked fine. Ice is a challenge for any tire on any vehicle. You need chains for ice.
1961898
the driver is but i doubt the connections would hold up to corrosion. they would last a while at least a year in salt spray
1740971
You most definitely should *not* puncture the CV Boot. This is primarily designed for U-Joints that have a needle fitting. Most CV joints are considered to be "sealed" units; and require little/no additional lubrication until part failure. You can clean/repack them, but if you do, the CV shaft should be removed from the vehicle, the boot should be disassembled by cutting the snap rings, cleaning, re-packing the joint, and replacing the boot/snap rings with new units. I've seen CV joints go 300K+ miles without maintenance, though. Why are you trying to lubricate them?
808837
Considering the sensitivity of the metal cable, it seems to be the part that always fails, I would only wipe the system off with a wet sponge and not risk it being soaked, rusted, or ????. The heat will no doubt take of any grunge on cable, leave it alone and just wipe off the probe.
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i will check but please note my husband installed these last summer and the lights have rusted already. we live up north and we park in a garage. i plan on contacting rugged ridge because they were very responsive last year. i'll post pictures if i can.
808834
I think immersion is a bad idea, although I've no real evidence. They should, however, be wiped clean, preferably with soapy water (germs, dontcha know). Darkening of the cable and probe from smoke is of no importance.