Sticky petrol cap key

[Sharry]

What is the best solution for using in the petrol cap key hole when it becomes hard to open ?
Are 3 in 1 oil or CRC ok to use?

[jellywrestler]

graphite, all the things you mention simply collect shit and make it worserer

[FJRider]

New BIKE ... :yes:

Failing that, squirt a little CRC into the keyhole. Let it soak a bit, and then repeat trying the key ... gently.

[MSTRS]

Alcohol. It opens most things...

[Sharry]

What is graphit and and where do I find it please?

Vodka or Isopropyl Alcohol?

I'm drinking red wine at the momment, but that doesn't seem to be opening anything yet :msn-wink:

[slofox]

What is the best solution for using in the petrol cap key hole when it becomes hard to open ?

Try CRC maybe. Or I like the spray cans of silicone lube (like CRC 808 Silicone Spray) - they are dry (so don't collect gunk) and can work well in locks. I use 'em on padlocks a lot.

[FJRider]

Vodka or Isopropyl Alcohol?

I'm drinking red wine at the momment, but that doesn't seem to be opening anything yet :msn-wink:

Red wine huh ... It has been on record as making easier opening of TWO things ... :innocent:

[hayd3n]

graphite is simply pencil ground up of you can buy powder at suparip
or ripco or locky's

[Sharry]

I found some WD.40, is that dry and ok to use? failing that I will get graphite tommorw.

[FJRider]

Silicone spray would work. It is expensive ... but has many uses around the house and on the bike.

[FJRider]

I found some WD.40, is that dry and ok to use? failing that I will get graphite tommorw.

If one of those little white tubes is attached to the nozzle ... cant hurt

[MSTRS]

I'm drinking red wine at the moment, but that doesn't seem to be opening anything yet :msn-wink:

Has to be the cheap shit...

[Sharry]

Has to be the cheap shit...

It probably is, as it was bought by a friend who visited from the HB last weekend :msn-wink:
I will just have to have another glass and double check

[Sharry]

If one of those little white tubes is attached to the nozzle ... cant hurt

It has a long red tube so I will try it first and then the graphite if it doesn't work.

Thanks for all the tips :niceone:

[slofox]

Silicone spray would work. It is expensive ... but has many uses around the house and on the bike.

CRC's 808 (silicone) comes in a dinky wee can (80ml) for $6.99. Mine has lasted for yonks.

[Sharry]

CRC's 808 comes in a dinky wee can (80ml) for $6.99. Mine has lasted for yonks.

That sound good, I will get one tomorrow :)

[slofox]

I'm drinking red wine at the momment, but that doesn't seem to be opening anything yet :msn-wink:

Drink enough and it'll close things (like your eyes...)

[FJRider]

CRC's 808 (silicone) comes in a dinky wee can (80ml) for $6.99. Mine has lasted for yonks.

It's good on ZIPS ... tent zips in particular ...

[slofox]

It's good on ZIPS ... tent zips in particular ...

And motorbike jacket zips (damhik)

[Sharry]

I got some graphit this today, it's called Antigrip and as only just over $11.00. It worked a treat, now my key moves smoothly :niceone:

[vifferman]

All of you who said "CRC" are worngA. All CRC products (apart from their chemical handbook) are crap. Use WD40.

[slofox]

All of you who said "CRC" are worngA. All CRC products (apart from their chemical handbook) are crap. Use WD40.

You tried the 808 silicone then? Coz it seems pretty good to me.

[jellywrestler]

I got some graphit this today, it's called Antigrip and as only just over $11.00. It worked a treat, now my key moves smoothly :niceone:

i rest my case

[avgas]

All of you who said "CRC" are worngA. All CRC products (apart from their chemical handbook) are crap. Use WD40.
Wrong?
Thats a bit harsh. I have WD40 on the shelf and even I wouldn't say that.
CRC 556 is fantastic on fishing gear where WD40 does not have enough resistance to corrosion.
CRC 808 is fantastic for long lasting slip (door hinges etc)
WD40 is good for high pressure and heavy lubrication setups.

Different tools different jobs. I suppose you use a Phillips on Pozi-drive screws too.

Fact of the matter is good old carbon/graphite is best for this application as its an old lock, and locks need friction to work. So loading it up with liquid is not a recommendation.

[SMOKEU]

Silicone spray would work. It is expensive

Go to the ware whare and it's called "tire shine" or something like that. Spray a bit onto your finger and if it comes out clear and greasy then it's silicone spray. It's quite cheap.