Absolutely not.

Do not use WD-40 on any part of an Airsoft gun, especially the internals of the gearbox. Always remember, that with how much you pay for your Airsoft guns, it's always worth it to spend a little bit extra on legitimate Silicon lubricant, as opposed to water-based WD-40.

Also, always remember that when dealing with the internals of an Airsoft gun gearbox (if the gun is an AEG), do not use anything other than Silicon grease, or gear grease, bought from an Airsoft retailer.

I know that this may sound like a marketing ploy to get you to buy things from an Airsoft retailer, but unless you want to have to keep servicing your Airsoft gun, and replacing parts for it, it's better to spend the extra money on the proper lubricants.

I hope this helps.

 

um, what about motor oil? And cleaning alcohol? What if the gun's plastic?

 

I would use Rem oil or CLP before I use anything else.

 

Okay, what exactly are you trying to lubricate on the gun in question? Motor oil, even though it says "motor" in the name, is going to do nothing but destroy your AEG motor if you apply it to it, and it will do the same to your gearbox internals. Rubbing, or "cleaning" alcohol is going to destroy any o-rings that are on the internals of your gearbox, and it has been known to remove the finish off of metal, and in some cases, even plastic.

My position stands; buy yourself Silicon Lubricant, and Gear Grease.

If you are trying to clean the exterior of the gun, use a dry cloth to remove any excess dirt, and any stuck on dirt, scrub it off with a toothbrush (not the one that you brush your teeth with). Then, just wipe it down with a damp cloth, drying it off with a dry, clean cloth afterwards. If you want to protect the metal on your gun after cleaning it, apply a light coating of Remington Gun Oil.

 

Basically just perform the basic stuff I should do after a small backyard battle.
Do you know where, other than online airsoft retailers or airsoft shops, I can get the lubricant/grease?

 

Most hardware and auto stores will have silicon lubricant and grease.

 

oh. and here I thought only airsoft retailers sold it...XD silly me

 

You can find them practically anywhere, but be sure to use ONLY 100% SILICONE OIL!!!!!!!!11111!!!!1oneone!1one!

 

You can find them practically anywhere, but be sure to use ONLY 100% SILICONE OIL!!!!!!!!11111!!!!1oneone!1one!

What he said^^^^^ USE ONLY 100% SILICONE OIL. If its not 100% silicone oil don't even think twice about it.

P.S. 100% silicone oil

 

I know i need 100%, but does anyone know a specific reason why?

 

100% silicone oil

Actually, it's SILICON, but you get the idea.

I know i need 100%, but does anyone know a specific reason why?

Anything else will **** up your gun.

 

as far as gearbox grease is concerned you can also use mmolybdenum grease (also available at your auto store), white lithium (gets gunky after a while. You'll have to service on a regular basis. purchased at your auto mart), ceramic grease(some rc hobby shops or online. very slick stuff, but expensive).Just make sure none of the produsts you choose contain petroleum distillates. It should say on the tube or can "warning contains....".

As far as silly oil is concerned READ the can. some 3 in 1 silicon sprays still contain petroleum products.

When you're more experienced you can try a dry lube technique using graphite lube (not in the gearbox but other moving tidbits).

 

NEVER USE WD40,,,yes it is a lubricant but it is also a penetrating fluid with corrosive characteristics's and will simply destroy your gearbox with prolonged exposure.

Only use good quality (100%) silicon oil.

 

I know i need 100%, but does anyone know a specific reason why?

petroleum distillates will literally eat away at your plastic and rubber components. Without a proper air seal (from your o-rings) your gearbox is pretty much useless. Other pllastic tidbits will "melt" away.

 

Personally, I just buy a big spray can of "SOFTAIR GUN LUBRICATING OIL" from my local hobby store every 6 months or so.

 

as far as gearbox grease is concerned you can also use mmolybdenum grease (also available at your auto store), white lithium (gets gunky after a while. You'll have to service on a regular basis. purchased at your auto mart), ceramic grease(some rc hobby shops or online. very slick stuff, but expensive).Just make sure none of the produsts you choose contain petroleum distillates. It should say on the tube or can "warning contains....".

As far as silly oil is concerned READ the can. some 3 in 1 silicon sprays still contain petroleum products.

When you're more experienced you can try a dry lube technique using graphite lube (not in the gearbox but other moving tidbits).

So....many...big...words...must...resist...

 

Actually, it's SILICON, but you get the idea.

really? lol sorry I added 1 letter to much

 

Absolutely not.

Do not use WD-40 on any part of an Airsoft gun, especially the internals of the gearbox. Always remember, that with how much you pay for your Airsoft guns, it's always worth it to spend a little bit extra on legitimate Silicon lubricant, as opposed to water-based WD-40.

Also, always remember that when dealing with the internals of an Airsoft gun gearbox (if the gun is an AEG), do not use anything other than Silicon grease, or gear grease, bought from an Airsoft retailer.

I know that this may sound like a marketing ploy to get you to buy things from an Airsoft retailer, but unless you want to have to keep servicing your Airsoft gun, and replacing parts for it, it's better to spend the extra money on the proper lubricants.

I hope this helps.

WD-40 is petroleum based FYI

 

Actually, it's SILICON, but you get the idea.

Anything else will **** up your gun.

not to be anal, but it is SILICONE, not silicon....wikipedia it, and remember, you cant correct someone who is already correct

silicones are polymers, such as a silicone oil.

silicon is a metalliod element, its a solid, not a liquid.

 

-_-;;; SO. I checked my hardware store and auto shop (ACE and O'Reilly's, respectively) and they didn't have 100%. What other chemicals will kill my gun?

 

Why cant you just get the right stuff, 100% silicone from your airsoft shop or online ? I know you said person reasons prevents you but If you cant buy this I dont see how you can buy any of these other chemicals, Just my .02cent

 

use liquid wrench silicone spray, if not available, use silicone oil that has no petroleum distillates. i believe the cans of liquid wrench will have other ingredients, but it shouldnt have the petro distillates.....double check the can though, i personally dont use it, but ive seen people use it....

 

Why cant you just get the right stuff, 100% silicone from your airsoft shop or online ?

Exactly. There are plenty of Airsoft websites on the Internet that sell exactly what you're looking for.

 

use liquid wrench silicone spray, if not available, use silicone oil that has no petroleum distillates. i believe the cans of liquid wrench will have other ingredients, but it shouldnt have the petro distillates.....double check the can though, i personally dont use it, but ive seen people use it....

dont use liquid wrench silicone spray it has 65% silicone and other crap u dont want like corrosive
use r/c shock oil instead hobbytownusa sells it and you can find softair silicone lube
an any hobby stores

 

If in doubt, google the msds sheets for what ever product you want to use. It'll give you a safety sheet listing the chemicals used.