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Lubricating stick pivots

Posted: 15 Dec 2020, 17:09
by Stew
Hi all. Can anyone suggest a good lubricant for tx stick pivot points?

Re: Lubricating stick pivots

Posted: 15 Dec 2020, 18:15
by Phil_G
Hi Stew, the pivots are rarely the cause of stiff sticks (ooh-er missus)
Its usually friction between the track and wiper caused by oxidisation etc
If you can get to it, a squirt of Electrolube Contact Cleaner onto the track will make a world of difference. Some pots have a slot opening just above the contacts, some have a detent notch cut into the body where you can get some in. If not its a dismantly job :)

Whatever you do, never ever use a silicone-based lubricant anywhere near electronics.

Cheers
Phil
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Re: Lubricating stick pivots

Posted: 16 Dec 2020, 20:28
by Stew
Hi Phil. Cheers, I've got a can of that, I'll give it a go. Nice one.

Stew.

Re: Lubricating stick pivots

Posted: 21 Dec 2020, 13:57
by Stew
Worked beautifully Phil. Both sticks now free and spring back to centre very nicely indeed.

Gracias!