Ethanolguy Posted June 6, 2014 Share Posted June 6, 2014 Wondering what concoctions people are using for bolt carrier lubrication. DPMS told me to use CLP, and don't scimp when applying. Just wondering what others use. I have heard of people using red lithium grease or other brands of oils, and even some that mix the two. Just want ideas. Thansk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alma Posted June 6, 2014 Share Posted June 6, 2014 There are a few threads on this already. I am currently trying synthetic motor oil based on some previous discussions. I don't think that you should over lube. It just invites build up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NisilS14 Posted June 6, 2014 Share Posted June 6, 2014 Froglube seems popular and I like it myself as well. Makes stuff feel slicker I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shel6977 Posted June 6, 2014 Share Posted June 6, 2014 I've been using the Rand CLP for about 6 months now and have been pretty happy with it. I run mine pretty wet but usually clean it about every 400 rounds or more often if I shoot it a lot in a short period. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copecowboy22 Posted June 6, 2014 Share Posted June 6, 2014 I run slip2000 EWL. I run it really wet. Never had an issue. Even in a brutal 1500 rnd Pat Rogers class. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mturnbull333 Posted June 6, 2014 Share Posted June 6, 2014 Synthetic royal purple on all my guns Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amccallister Posted June 6, 2014 Share Posted June 6, 2014 I recommend synthetic motor oil. I use Mobil 1 10W-30, but any kind will do. It's super slick and won't break down or burn off. Just dump a bunch of it on your bcg and start blasting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ethanolguy Posted June 6, 2014 Author Share Posted June 6, 2014 Thanks for the input guys. Seems like synthetic oil is the majority consensus. CLP has been OK for me, but would like something a little thicker. Thanks again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lee blackman Posted June 6, 2014 Share Posted June 6, 2014 I'm another Slip 2000 EWL user... I run the BCG pretty wet with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a.roberts Posted June 6, 2014 Share Posted June 6, 2014 I use light grease on the rails, bolt lugs, and cam pin, synthetic oil on the gas rings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GOF Posted June 6, 2014 Share Posted June 6, 2014 One thing about petroleum based lubricants is that petroleum will carbonize under high heat and pressure. That's exactly what you get with a direct impingment AR action where propellant gases at high pressure come directly back into the action to cycle it. Petroleum based lubrications result in a lot of carbon build up. Synthetic oils don't have petroleum. I use Mobil One VTAC 20w-50w on the BCG. It was formulated for air cooled motor cycle engines... and a AR is an air cooled mechanism. This stuff is thick enough to stay where you put it, and it greatly decreases carbon build up. I lube the small action parts with Corrosion X For Guns. It also has no petroleum, is a very light lube, and polar bonds with the metal. It works for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RDF5186 Posted June 9, 2014 Share Posted June 9, 2014 I've been using fire lube and I am very happy with it! I still slide a little lithium on the rails though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkCO Posted June 9, 2014 Share Posted June 9, 2014 I use 50/50 mix of 30wt motor oil and ATF, both synthetic from Royal Purple on the bolt and firing pin. Slide-Glide on the carrier and cam pin. I am trying a few new things that seem to be working pretty well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punkface Posted June 9, 2014 Share Posted June 9, 2014 I use to use CLP without problems. I'm currently using synthetic motor oil and occasionally frog lube. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BMag Posted June 11, 2014 Share Posted June 11, 2014 I have used everything from completely dry, WD-40, wheel bearing grease, CLP, to currently using a Lucas Oil gun lube and I haven't had a problem with anything. Has anyone used anything that specifically causes a malfunction? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grifman23 Posted June 21, 2014 Share Posted June 21, 2014 FireClean or Slip EWL. Never had an issue with them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaxshooter Posted June 21, 2014 Share Posted June 21, 2014 I use Frog Lube after cleaning to keep residue from sticking. As far as lubrication I have used Mobile 1 synthetic motor oil for the last 3 years with excellent results. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norbyam22 Posted June 24, 2014 Share Posted June 24, 2014 I have used motor oil, works well. FP-10 is what I have now, have used rem oil too and MP7 I run it pretty wet, don't have too much build up either. I hear good things about frog lube and have always wanted to try it, never have, also have heard gunzilla is some good stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phidelt208 Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 I've seen CLP fail twice, both very early and cold mornings, I think condensation built up and froze the bolt after shooting. One was a match and one was a class. I've never seen motor oil, EWL slip 2000, or froglube fail. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tuflehundon Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 Brian Enos Slide Glide. It's made for pistols but works great on rifles to. Makes the rifle feel super smooth, and it doesn't cook off like oils will. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Onagoth Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 ATF on the bolt, lubriplate SLF-0 on certain parts of the carrier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stlhead Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 A clean dry BCG will run, or a dirty wet one. Some stuff cleans up better latter than others, but in my humble opinion as long as it's soggy it's happy. Use whatever they put in your shooters bag, or your buddy has handy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morpheus Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 ballistol weapon sheild frog lube Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob1125 Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 Slip EWL and MD XF-7. Keep the BCG semi wet and you shouldn't have any issues. I have been through several multiple day courses and have not had an issue yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Breacher217 Posted July 15, 2014 Share Posted July 15, 2014 Fireclean works very well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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