Squeaky Threads

[TheDarthJager]

Hey guys just a quick question, I've got a few mods that the threads are a little squeaky and crunchy. I know you can lube the threading but I'm not sure which lube I would be using on these devices. Thanks for the help in advance.

 

[steved5600]

What threads if your talking tank you should not unless it is the 510 or ego threads. For battery mod threads you can use Dialectric grease, dialectic grease with either carbon, copper or graphite particles in the grease to improve the connection. The that in automotive stores. Dialectric grease you may find in a hardware store. There is one other it is a liquid that dries an leaves behind a dry but black surface. Here is what I use. Amazon.com: Bike Aid Dri-Slide 4oz. Lube with Needle Nozzle: Sports & Outdoors

What usually causes this is a bad die that left behind jagged edges on the threads or they are not quite to spec. One of the above will fix it.

 

[E_DeCastro]

i use bullet case resizing lube, since I already have it.

https://fsreloading.com/lee-precision-resizing-lube-1-tube-90006.html

 

[steved5600]

i use bullet case resizing lube, since I already have it.

https://fsreloading.com/lee-precision-resizing-lube-1-tube-90006.html

The reason I mentioned the ones I did was because they are both good electrical conductors. Not much of a difference but it will make some. Use to be an Electronics tech. We used the moly coat to make rubber belts conducive to stop static build up. There is one other that is a grease but it has very small particles of copper in it and it's galled Permatex Copper.

 

[Oomee]

I thought the metallic elements in grease were cleaning agents .

 

[Coastal Cowboy]

Noalox.

A little goes a long way. You'll buy a tube and it'll still be around four, five years from now.

 

[GPSTrucker]

The reason I mentioned the ones I did was because they are both good electrical conductors. Not much of a difference but it will make some. Use to be an Electronics tech. We used the moly coat to make rubber belts conducive to stop static build up. There is one other that is a grease but it has very small particles of copper in it and it's galled Permatex Copper.

Sorry to correct you, but a dielectric grease is an insulating grease (the very definition of dielectric), not a conductive grease.

What Is Dielectric Grease? (with pictures)

 

[Plumes.91]

I have contacted the moderators for you and hopefully they will be able to figure this out. I've never heard of a thread here squeaking but I guess there is a first for everything. Is it a long, mmmmmmmmurp? or is it more like a squeal? We will get to the bottom of this for you buddy. no worries.

Edit- Okay I reread. Noalax, or I just use Vaseline (petroleum jelly) after a good cleaning of the threads.

 

[SissySpike]

I use chap stick its a great thread lubricant. Its not messy I have lots of it and It dose not cause any voltage drop I can see.

 

[Tracey1]

Noalox is worth buying. A tube will definitely last for years. It will make the threads turn like butter. The name Noalox is short for No Aluminum Oxidation. Apply sparingly and then wipe off as much as you can. Your threads will thank you.