Will it be okay to run with graphite on the wheels too (they put it on all cars at check in) or do the wheels/axles need to be cleaned before using?
475382
no this is a water based lube and if you mix with graphite you will cause "binding" with the powder. the company does have two other products that are graphite based if your rules require it. my son and I were able to avoid the graphite and were much happier with the zip lube and the polished axel nails.
475383
wait until after they do check in and apply the graphite...this ZAP! lube acts in a manner similar to lithium grease and doesn't really need to adhere to the metal surface (axle) to be effective. if you were to apply the ZAP! lube prior to check-in it would be more problematic since the graphite may not adhere to the surface of the axle...wouldn't do any harm ultimately but won't add any benefit either. use this lube very lightly b/c over-application can occur and does build-up on the axle to the point where the wheels do not spin as freely.
475384
Mixing lubricants is not recommended. You would be making something like a grease (paste) and this would slow your racer down. Zap! Lube Micro-sphere Lubricant spheres coat your sliding surfaces. This coating minimizes friction because the two surfaces no longer come in contact with each other. Instead, the surfaces now glide across each other on Zap! Lube Micro-sphere Lubricant.
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Here's what the owners' manual says concerning wheel bearings: IMPORTANT:DO NOT OIL OR GREASE PLASTIC WHEEL BEARINGS. VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS. IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POWDERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY. There is a slight variation on ground speed depending on how hard you squeeze the handle, but not much. Just lifting the front wheels a bit will enable you to walk at your own pace with the mower. All in all agood mower.
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Technically you can do that but I don't recommend it. Detaching it may work but eventually the axle will crack or snap off. Like I said in my review, don't detach the wheel from its base and you'll be fine. Just rinse it with water, dry what you can, and let the hard to reach areas dry off on their own for about a day. Hope that helps and thanks for your question.
1724238
Ceramic pads typically don't dust your wheels like semi-metallic pads. I have these and have never had a problem.
848438
As long as you don't mind the constant maintenance, it's OK. But just OK. So far I have replaced one front wheel with one from Harbor Freight (replace the 1-5/8 ID bearings with 1-3/4 Id bearings and add a shim and you are fine) and I also replaced the friction disk and differential. Hopefully I can get 2 more seasons out of it. I also figure if I take it apart again, I will have to weld in new nuts where bolts go into places.
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The casters, any other wheels for this matter, are not good to wheel about on carpets. I use mine on wooden floor. On carpets, I get those thick transparent plastic sort of rug under desk. If you don't protect your rug carpet, it will soon get ruined. Besides wheeling about, on carpet, becomes annoying. I hope this gives you an informed decision.
1802643
Absolutely, i don't think that's a problem, it should be fine. I got mine installed on my UK Laney GC80A 3 years ago and still rollin', but always on flat and smooth surfaces.
608238
These trucks are battery operated so they run where ever you place them...You can use them with or without a track but you'll probably want to move any obstructions from there path, otherwise you will have to keep on top of them to move them when they run into stuff or get stuck..Note: You want to keep the rear tires and axle clean from hair or anything that can wrap around them, cause it will build up and eventually cause the wheels to not spin, so if you use without a track best to use on clean surface Ex: Tile floors or short carpet.. Hope this helps...
1082948
I used a good, high quality wheel bearing grease. By the way, they're working well! I hope that helps Kevin!
2225138
I didn't take the wheels off. Really, I can't think of a band saw design that I've seen that would require removing the wheels to put new rites on. These tires have a little elesasticity, but it takes some muscle to get them on. Just be patient, because they're quality material.
970675
I ordered mine about a month ago and have used it quite a bit already and have had no problem with wheels. Plus, I'm pretty sure I read somewhere they fixed the problem.
1702790
Throwing in a machine I think would ruin mechanism & wheels, but wipe clean definitely
199368
I agree with B1Guy, probably not durable enough for wheels and I wouldn't recommend it. If you want a shiny chrome look for your wheels, I'd have them polished and clear coated...
472526
We only use it inside. It would probably work outside as well, but you might not want to use it inside after that without cleaning off the wheels.
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First, the question I have is what type of tire are you using it on? I would not use it on any automotive tire! Lawn equipment, dollies,etc have been the type of equipment I have used slime on and found if treated properly according to directions results have been excellent. For reasons of safety I would never use it on high speed equipment. Tires on cars & trucks need to be kept in balance or you will cause wear and on the tire and possibly wear to bearings and other components. I would never use it on car and truck tires as it may settle inside the tire unevenly and cause out of balance conditions.
159059
Not if you keep wheels clean. Looks great on bike. Lots of compliments. Solid product.
1618599
I have not experienced any problem with the rear wheels. I only use the welder inside my shop on a concrete floor, so I'm not sure who they do on an uneven surface (gravel, dirt).