Re: [FWDLK] Fw: WD-40 Well, Who Knew...?

A few years back (before cell phones) I was up in Northern Wis and stopped at a remote location to call my dispatcher from a pay phone. Some b*&%$#@ had poured what I assume was coke or pepsi on the buttons of the phone so they were pretty well gummed and stuck. I had a can of WD-40 in my truck and in desperation sprayed the buttons with it and it actually freed up the buttons so I could make my call. Another time I too, was also caught in a rainstorm in Illinois on my way down to Florida on vacation. My vehicle (’80 Dodge van) stalled out so I coasted down exit ramp. Could not restart her so I sprayed her wires down with WD-40 and, presto, she started and rest of trip was trouble free.

From: Forward Look Mopar Discussion List [mailto:L-FORWARDLOOK@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Dave
Sent: Sunday, December 17, 2006 11:49 AM
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Subject: Re: [FWDLK] Fw: WD-40 Well, Who Knew...?

My experience with WD-40 was an 82 F@rd truck with a 300 six. If it was raining, wet snow, heavy fog the engine would load up with gas and stall. I tried spraying the wires, external cap, coil, etc. with a variety of products sold to dry out electrical components, but nothing worked. I even tried changing the pickup coil in the distributor but that wasn't the problem.

Out of desperation on the side of I-95 in southeastern Connecticut during a rain storm, I pulled the dist cap off and loaded the inside of the cap and electronic pickup with WD-40. Bingo, it started and ran perfectly after clearing the cylinders of fuel. I have to say that I used this technique 30-40 times before I got rid of her at over 220,000 miles.

From then on, I always had two cans of WD-40 inside her cab. Most people that I tell this to don't know why it works and many say it shouldn't have worked.

Dave

Wallingford, CT

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From: Mark J. Hash <mjh@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
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Sent: Sunday, December 17, 2006 12:13:51 PM
Subject: [FWDLK] Fw: WD-40 Well, Who Knew...?

Got this forwarded to me by a friend. Is this common knowledge, or am I the only one who didn't know these thing? Especially the automotive related stuff. . .

Mark mjh

'57 Fury in OR

WD-40 Well, Who Knew...?

I had a neighbor who had 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 neighbor 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'm 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 successful with the fortieth formulation, thus WD-40. The Corvair 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 glass. It's a miracle! Then try it on your stovetop... Voila! It's now shinier than it's ever been. You'll be amazed.

Here are some of the uses:

1) Protects silver from tarnishing.
2) Removes road tar and grime from cars.
3) Cleans and lubricates guitar strings.
4) Gives floors that 'just-waxed' sheen without making it slippery.
5) Keeps flies off cows.
6) Restores and cleans chalkboards.
7) Removes lipstick stains.
8) Loosens stubborn zippers.
9) Untangles jewelry chains.
10) Removes stains from stainless steel sinks.
11) Removes dirt and grime from the barbecue grill.
12) Keeps ceramic/terra cotta garden pots from oxidizing.
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 vehicles and doors in homes
18) It removes black scuff marks from the kitchen floor! Use WD-40 for those nasty tar and scuff marks on 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) Bug guts will eat away the finish on your car if not removed quickly! Use WD-40!
20) Gives a children's play gym slide a shine for a super fast slide.
21) Lubricates gear shift and mower deck lever for ease of handling  on riding mowers.
22) Rids kids rocking chairs 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 splattered grease on stove.
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 favorite use is: "cleans and removes love bugs from grills and bumpers."
38) The favorite use in the state of New York WD-40 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) WD-40 is great for removing crayon from walls. Spray on the mark 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 re-wash. Presto! Lipstick is gone!
43) If you sprayed WD-40 on the distributor cap, it would displace the moisture and allow the car to start.
44) Keep a can of WD-40 in the kitchen, it is good for oven burns or  any other type of burn. It takes the burned feeling away and heals with NO scarring.

The basic ingredient is FISH OIL.

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