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Offline Miss Independent

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WD-40 Amazing Stuff
« on: May 22, 2014, 11:50:20 AM »
IT IS FANTASTIC STUFF  :thumb: :thumb:
 
 I NEVER KNEW THIS!     

What Is The Main Ingredient of WD-40?
Before you read to the end, does anybody know what the main ingredient of WD-40?
No Cheating.....
WD-40 ~      Who knew!
I had a neighbour who bought a new pickup.
I got up very early one Sunday morning and saw that someone had spray
painted red all around the sides of this beige truck (for some unknown
reason).
I went over, woke him up, and told him the bad news.
He was very upset and was trying to figure out what to do   ....
probably nothing until Monday morning, since nothing was open.
Another neighbour came out and told him to get his WD-40 and clean it off.
It removed the unwanted paint beautifully and did not harm his paint
job that was on the truck. I was impressed!
WD-40 who knew?
"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 finally successful for a formulation, with their fortieth
attempt, thus  WD-40.  The 'Convair Company' bought it in bulk to
protect their atlas missile parts.
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 on glass.  It's a miracle!
Then try it on your stove-top.
It's now  shinier than it's ever been.
You'll be amazed.
WD-40 Uses:
1.      Protects silver from tarnishing.
2.      Removes road tar and grime from cars.
3.      Cleans and lubricates guitar strings.
4.      Gives floor that 'just-waxed' sheen without making them slippery.
5.      Keeps the flies off of Cows, Horses, and other Farm Critters.
6.      Restores and cleans chalkboards.
7.      Removes lipstick stains.
8.      Loosens stubborn zippers.
9.      Untangles jewellery chains.
10.    Removes stains from stainless steel sinks.
11.    Removes dirt and grime from the barbecue grill.
12.    Keeps ceramic/terracotta garden pots from oxidising.
13.    Removes tomato stains from clothing.
14.    Keeps glass shower doors free of water spots.
15.    Camouflages scratches in ceramic and marble floors.
16.    Keeps scissors working smoothly.
17.    Lubricates noisy door hinges on both home and vehicles doors.
18.    It removes that nasty tar and scuff marks from the kitchen
flooring. It doesn't seem to harm the finish and you won't have to
scrub nearly as hard to get them off.  Just remember to open some
windows if you have a lot of marks.
19.    Remove those nasty bug guts that will eat away the finish
on your car if not removed quickly!
20.    Gives a children's playground gym slide a shine for a super fast slide.
21.    Lubricates gearshift and mower deck lever for ease of handling on
riding mowers.
22.    Rids kids rocking chair and swings of squeaky noises.
23.    Lubricates tracks in sticking home windows and makes them easier to open.
24.    Spraying an umbrella stem makes it easier to open and close.
25.    Restores and cleans padded leather dashboards in vehicles, as well
as vinyl bumpers.
26.    Restores and cleans roof racks on vehicles.
27.    Lubricates and stops squeaks in electric fans.
28.    Lubricates wheel sprockets on tricycles, wagons and bicycles for
easy handling.
29.    Lubricates fan belts on washers and dryers and keeps them running smoothly.
30.    Keeps rust from forming on saws and saw blades, and other tools.
31.    Removes grease splatters from stove-tops.
32.    Keeps bathroom mirror from fogging.
33.    Lubricates prosthetic limbs.
34.    Keeps pigeons off the balcony (they hate the smell).
35.    Removes all traces of duct tape.
36.    Folks even spray it on their arms, hands, and knees to relieve
arthritis pain.
37.    Florida 's favourite use is: 'cleans and removes love bugs from
grills and  bumpers.'
38.    The favourite use in the state of New York , it protects the Statue
of Liberty from the elements.
39.    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.    It is great for removing crayon from walls. Spray it on the marks
and wipe with a clean rag.
42.    Also, if you've discovered that your teenage daughter has washed
and dried a tube of lipstick with a load of laundry, saturate the
lipstick spots with WD-40 and rewash. Presto! The lipstick is gone!
43.    If you spray it inside a wet distributor cap, it will displace the
moisture, allowing the engine to start.


                My discovery,        Ants don't like it..................

P.S.
As for that Basic, Main Ingredient.......
Well.... it's FISH OIL....
Now This Is Definitely Worth SHARING!!
 

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Re: WD-40 Amazing Stuff
« Reply #1 on: May 22, 2014, 08:06:23 PM »
Quote
As for that Basic, Main Ingredient.......
Well.... it's FISH OIL....

^ Urban myth.

The main ingredient (proportion 45% to 50%) of WD-40 is white spirit (aka mineral turpentine):

www.wd40.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/.../msds_wd40_aerosol.pdf
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Re: WD-40 Amazing Stuff
« Reply #2 on: May 22, 2014, 08:58:07 PM »
Great for killing wasps - fly spray just makes them angry.
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Re: WD-40 Amazing Stuff
« Reply #3 on: May 22, 2014, 09:45:55 PM »
Used it to remove sticky tape residue off the off the glass doors today works a treat :thumb:

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Re: WD-40 Amazing Stuff
« Reply #4 on: May 23, 2014, 07:40:34 AM »
Great for killing wasps - fly spray just makes angry.
I find a $2 can of degreaser and a match works better :)

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Re: WD-40 Amazing Stuff
« Reply #5 on: May 23, 2014, 08:20:19 AM »
Aeroguard is also good for removing graffiti off hard surfaces

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Re: WD-40 Amazing Stuff
« Reply #6 on: May 23, 2014, 01:19:36 PM »
Aeroguard is also good for removing graffiti off hard surfaces
I have to throw something in here
MMM oh yes KY gel is good for . well rrrr  yes
lub for o rings  when assembling  pneumatic components
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Re: WD-40 Amazing Stuff
« Reply #7 on: May 23, 2014, 08:24:34 PM »
^ Urban myth.

Indeed.

http://www.snopes.com/inboxer/household/wd-40.asp

It also dries leaving a sticky residue that collects dust so it's not good for electrical components, locks and moving parts you want to remain relatively clean.  It's not the magic potion that people make it out to be, there are different lubricants for different purposes so be sure to check out the lube appropriate for your application.

Inb4 another KY gel joke.

lol.

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Re: WD-40 Amazing Stuff
« Reply #8 on: May 23, 2014, 10:25:13 PM »
Strongly suggest getting your technique right then you wont need KY. Also the ony things you put in locks is the key or graphite powder unless you've lost the key then a set of lock picks go great.  Can't wait or Sundays brekky - should be some sinterlating conversation.
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Re: WD-40 Amazing Stuff
« Reply #9 on: May 23, 2014, 10:33:09 PM »
Also the ony things you put in locks is the key or graphite powder

Correct, graphite powder is the right lube for that application.

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Re: WD-40 Amazing Stuff
« Reply #10 on: May 24, 2014, 05:19:26 PM »

Was it Windex or WD-40 that i heard was good for arthritis... you just spray it on the body and rub it in :nutkick:
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Re: WD-40 Amazing Stuff
« Reply #11 on: May 24, 2014, 07:35:17 PM »
Was it Windex or WD-40 that i heard was good for arthritis... you just spray it on the body and rub it in :nutkick:

The myth is WD-40 but it's potentially harmful to use on the skin.

http://arthritis.about.com/od/alternativetreatments/f/wd40.htm

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Re: WD-40 Amazing Stuff
« Reply #12 on: May 24, 2014, 07:52:34 PM »

I think i heard that some time ago, and thought it was a bit wacko. . Lol. . Thanks for the advice StephenSLR
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