wally0206 Posted October 8, 2017 Share Posted October 8, 2017 Just wanted to see what is everyone's go to cleaner and lubricant for the tanfoglio, i am currently using RAND but don't really like it too much for it seems to have a lot of residue and build up after use. thought about going back to breakfree clp, but was curious what everyone likes. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacLethal Posted October 8, 2017 Share Posted October 8, 2017 I have been using Royal Purple for about 3 years exclusively on my guns, and it’s been pretty awesome. Doesn’t get gummy in cold temps and I’ve shot it in -6 temps previously up here in the PNW. Doesn’t get runny in hot temps. Makes cleaning the gun easier too. It dang near wipes off. Been very impressed with it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fasthenk65 Posted October 8, 2017 Share Posted October 8, 2017 I use (to full satisfaction) FP10 for Barrel and Gun Butter for the rest. Think Mobil motor oil is just as good or better :-) l Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JordanGriffith Posted October 8, 2017 Share Posted October 8, 2017 Lucas OilSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IronArcher Posted October 8, 2017 Share Posted October 8, 2017 Rotella T6 (5w-40) and Corrosion-X I have found that contrary to popular belief, grease does NOT stay where you put it when the firearm cycles, and really holds onto dirt. Corrosion X goes on small springs and things to prevent corrosion, it creeps into small places well. T6 is my lubricant of choice because I use it in my cars. If I need an extra drop or 2 on the rails or something, I keep a small bottle of the corrosion-X in my bag. The T-6 is designed to suspend carbon....not sure what that means in a handgun, but that and/or the detergents sure make cleaning a breeze. In wear tests I have done the T6 was 2nd only to a rather thick industrial lubricant (Mobil SHC-634) but that stuff is too thick for guns IMO, and the T-6 was very close. I've used Corrosion-X for decades, only adding the T6 after doing tests on a large number of gun lubes, CLPs, and greases. (AMsoil Motorcycle oil seems pretty good as well, came in 3rd.) My tests were a plain ring (think hole saw with no teeth) onto a bar of steel, and a small weight (about #5) on the handle of the press. Other tests show how much effort is needed to stop a spinning bearing....mine shows wear on the bearing with a constant pressure. Take it for what it's worth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zombywoof Posted October 9, 2017 Share Posted October 9, 2017 Lubriplate mixed with a little 0-20 Mobil 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haiedras Posted October 9, 2017 Share Posted October 9, 2017 You're supposed to clean guns? ? I usually use whatever lube I can find, but atm its weaponshield lube or grease or slip2000. Carbon suspension means the carbon buildup on the gun that you'd usually have to scrub with a copper brush instead is contained within the lubricant, thus making cleaning way easier since you just wipe away the lube and then reapply. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCTaylor Posted October 9, 2017 Share Posted October 9, 2017 Slip2000 or MobilOne Synthetic. I prefer the Slip2000 more though, seems to stay in place longer & it's already in my range bag. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve RA Posted October 9, 2017 Share Posted October 9, 2017 Shell T-6 - 5W/40. Have used it since it came out, used the preceding one prior to introduction of T-6 and have always had good luck with them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnbu Posted October 9, 2017 Share Posted October 9, 2017 I use motor oil. 5w30 synthetic. axle grease on frame and slide rails the top of the plunger and hammer hooks. When cold, a thinner oil everywhere (5w20, 0w20, 3in1, etc). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayhawk94 Posted October 9, 2017 Share Posted October 9, 2017 Ed's Red and Ed's oil (https://beartoothbullets.com/tips/archive_tips.htm/53)(http://www.frfrogspad.com/homemade.htm) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IronArcher Posted October 9, 2017 Share Posted October 9, 2017 For cleaning, "Oil Eater" works amazingly well, is cheap as hell, and is not flammable, or toxic, nor does it hurt aluminum.Also prevents rust so after cleaning, you don't have to an oil bath like you do with most ultrasonic cleaners.... I just run it in a small 6 gallon parts washer.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IronArcher Posted October 9, 2017 Share Posted October 9, 2017 Double post. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wally0206 Posted October 10, 2017 Author Share Posted October 10, 2017 Thanks for all the replys, such a broad range of what everyone is using. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xd1977 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 If I'm not tearing the whole pistol down, I like using Hornady One Shot Gun Cleaner and blast out the dirt and buildup out of the frame, slide and barrel. You don't have to worry about wiping it completely out of the slide and frame because it dries itself pretty quick and leaves a non slick invisible dry lube film behind. I run a brush and swab down the barrel after, lube the rails, trigger assembly and disco with lucas pen oiler and use slide glide on the barrel lugs and a little inside the slide in the lug grooves. Works great Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sl33py Posted November 16, 2017 Share Posted November 16, 2017 Wow - i've not seen so many gun folks use regular dino oil on guns before. I've always like the biodegradable and less chemical cleaners/lubes like MPro and now Froglube. Bit spendy though... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MemphisMechanic Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 9 hours ago, sl33py said: Wow - i've not seen so many gun folks use regular dino oil on guns before. I've always like the biodegradable and less chemical cleaners/lubes like MPro and now Froglube. Bit spendy though... Mobil1 is synthetic. No Dinos involved. Works great. Lifetime supply of gun oil is $8. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bulm540 Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 Mobil 1 synthetic 5 30 for lub hoppes bore cleaner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scootertheshooter Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 Mobil 1 synthetic 5 30 for lub hoppes bore cleaner+1Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xdr Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 No one using slide glide for lube? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MemphisMechanic Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 36 minutes ago, xdr said: No one using slide glide for lube? It doesn’t do anything that red synthetic bearing grease from the local auto parts store doesn’t do. I grease the action: the metal on metal wear points in the trigger mechanism of every gun I own. Oil elsewhere. Keep grease off the slide rails and other reciprocating parts in the cold. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B_RAD Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 (edited) 34 minutes ago, MemphisMechanic said: It doesn’t do anything that red synthetic bearing grease from the local auto parts store doesn’t do. I grease the action: the metal on metal wear points in the trigger mechanism of every gun I own. Oil elsewhere. Keep grease off the slide rails and other reciprocating parts in the cold. My dirty, slide glide lubed, accushadow was choking up the other day. It wasnt too cold, about 45, but I think it was just cold enough to matter? I took the slide off put some oil on the rails and no more problems. Though, it could been dirty grease = sludge that gunk's up moving parts. I think slide glide has a different (thicker) consistency than moly grease. I like it better but not if I gotta clean my guns every 300 rnds. I think I had about 2k or so when this happens. Edited November 17, 2017 by B_RAD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IronArcher Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 I really dislike grease in most places on guns.Frog lube is a decent corrosion inhibitor, but doesn't do much for wear... reportedly gums things up when Cold.On areas that are prone to wear, I'll drop in a good oil (Mobil 1 is fine. As are most synthetics...) on the rest, I'm mainly worried about corrosion resistance, so they get corrosion X. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oddjob Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 ATF fluid with a dash of Seafoam engine cleaner in it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leohe8888 Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 3 in 1 CLP for lazy guys lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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