taseal 12 Posted September 26, 2011 Report Share Posted September 26, 2011 Just trying to see if I should change what I use (weapon shield) and put grease there instead to help the metal to metal contact. I was thinking maybe the grease can help with this. I actually also thought of doing that to my slide/frame on the 1911... Thoughts? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ChileRelleno 7,071 Posted September 26, 2011 Report Share Posted September 26, 2011 (edited) I use grease on my rifles & shotties, where there is metal to metal contact involved in the cycling of the gun. Yep, that includes the contacting surfaces of the BC/rails, Bolt/BC and bottom of BC, everything else gets lightly oiled. My ARs are an exception, they get generously greased/oiled, I run them wet. Edited September 26, 2011 by ChileRelleno 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
YOT 3,743 Posted September 26, 2011 Report Share Posted September 26, 2011 So don't I..... what ^he^ said. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TwentyNizzo 66 Posted September 26, 2011 Report Share Posted September 26, 2011 At one time I tried some marine grease on the rails and didn't really like it. It just attracted dirt and grime. Both my S12 and 74M run 100% function wise bone dry and that's how I keep them. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
YOT 3,743 Posted September 26, 2011 Report Share Posted September 26, 2011 At one time I tried some marine grease on the rails and didn't really like it. It just attracted dirt and grime. Both my S12 and 74M run 100% function wise bone dry and that's how I keep them. Not for nothing, but it comes with an oil bottle for a reason. Lubrication helps prevent damaging wear, but it's yours so do as you like. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
yakdung 2,926 Posted September 26, 2011 Report Share Posted September 26, 2011 (edited) Yep. I also use this stuff. I'm not a Petroleum Engineer, but I'm not certain that the additives in common grease creates a molecular bond to the metal to be beneficial. http://www.expeditio...ge.com/militec/ "MILITEC-1 is different from conventional lubricants. Once treated with MILITEC-1 properly, a weapon can be wiped dry without unduly affecting the lubrication of the weapon and the weapon's ability to operate reliably in all conditions and temperatures. MILITEC-1 forms a molecular bond with the metal and cannot be wiped away. To treat a weapon with MILITEC-1, simply wipe on a light coating of MILITEC-1 to all of the components and then fire the weapon to warm it up. MILITEC-1 will bond to the weapon and will lubricate the weapon even if wiped away." Yakdung Edited September 26, 2011 by yakdung Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mullet Man 2,114 Posted September 26, 2011 Report Share Posted September 26, 2011 Works good and its easy to acquire... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MrBoomstick 16 Posted September 26, 2011 Report Share Posted September 26, 2011 I use the tetra gun it works great noticeable difference in resistance and it can be rubbed into the metal so it doesn't attract dirt. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Paulyski 2,227 Posted September 26, 2011 Report Share Posted September 26, 2011 Anyone use grease on the bolt carrier/frame rail? Only intelligent people. Use Moly Grease for shear (sliding) surfaces & a thick oil such as ATF on rotational surfaces. You can pay out the ass for a fraction of an ounce of the same stuff labeled as gun lube, or you can pick up a pound tube for 5 bucks. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
taseal 12 Posted September 26, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 26, 2011 Thanks guys! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
taseal 12 Posted September 26, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 26, 2011 I ordered some slide glide lite. I heard lots of good things about it in the 1911 community and the sig community about it. I guess I'll give it a try.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Battosaii 99 Posted September 26, 2011 Report Share Posted September 26, 2011 Anyone use grease on the bolt carrier/frame rail? Only intelligent people. Use Moly Grease for shear (sliding) surfaces & a thick oil such as ATF on rotational surfaces. You can pay out the ass for a fraction of an ounce of the same stuff labeled as gun lube, or you can pick up a pound tube for 5 bucks. ive tried ATF but i hate it for many reasons, it smells like shit and its a very thin oil that dosnt stay on for long and did i mention how bad it smells? i just use a bottle of Ultra Lube gun oil it works very well and even keeps my weapons lubricated underwater it wont wash off. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
theorangeplanet 968 Posted September 26, 2011 Report Share Posted September 26, 2011 I've never tried grease... and I probably won't, because I'm imagining what a nightmare it would be to try and clean it off when you needed to. Basic medium to light weight oils have never let me down... so I've always stuck to that. Even mid century 'grease' guns used oil for lubrication ... I say stick to it! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bc5000 26 Posted September 26, 2011 Report Share Posted September 26, 2011 I use Quaker State motor oil on everything. Not really. Tetra gun grease on the rails and Slip 2000 or CLP or whatever oil is on hand for everything else. CLP seems to evaporate though. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Matthew Hopkins 1,065 Posted September 26, 2011 Report Share Posted September 26, 2011 (edited) Anyone use grease on the bolt carrier/frame rail? no, I use CLP. the only rifles I use grease on is what the rifle calls for, ie. M1 GARAND. the AK doesn't need it or require it. if you want to use it then go ahead, it's really a personal preference. Edited September 26, 2011 by Matthew Hopkins Quote Link to post Share on other sites
XdamagedX 248 Posted September 26, 2011 Report Share Posted September 26, 2011 With some automotive experience I would highly reccommend AGAINST using transmission fluid as a lubricant... assuming that's what you meant by ATF Quote Link to post Share on other sites
G O B 3,516 Posted September 29, 2011 Report Share Posted September 29, 2011 Anyone use grease on the bolt carrier/frame rail? Only intelligent people. Use Moly Grease for shear (sliding) surfaces & a thick oil such as ATF on rotational surfaces. You can pay out the ass for a fraction of an ounce of the same stuff labeled as gun lube, or you can pick up a pound tube for 5 bucks. What he said! I use a TINY bit of molly based anti seeze on the rails and Mobil 1 5w30 on the fire control group. LESS is more! We are talking light films here, no need to use much. Some is good, more will grab dirt and defeat the purpose, if there is enough lube to hold dirt it will INCREASE wear instead of preventing it. The only time to go lube happy is if there are functioning problems with a new or dirty gun in the field. Most field problems can be fixed by taking the dust cover off and pouring some motor oil or ATF all over the internals, put the cover back on and shoot the crap out of it! You WILL get sprayed but the damned thing will cycle. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nailbomb 10,221 Posted September 29, 2011 Report Share Posted September 29, 2011 I can't be the only one... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Joesmoe 14 Posted September 29, 2011 Report Share Posted September 29, 2011 If it slides grease it, if it rotates than oil it! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
supertex 242 Posted September 29, 2011 Report Share Posted September 29, 2011 yes, Gunslick Quote Link to post Share on other sites
timy 1,185 Posted September 30, 2011 Report Share Posted September 30, 2011 I can't be the only one... No, you're not. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
patriot 7,197 Posted September 30, 2011 Report Share Posted September 30, 2011 Anyone use grease on the bolt carrier/frame rail? Only intelligent people. Use Moly Grease for shear (sliding) surfaces & a thick oil such as ATF on rotational surfaces. You can pay out the ass for a fraction of an ounce of the same stuff labeled as gun lube, or you can pick up a pound tube for 5 bucks. What he said! I use a TINY bit of molly based anti seeze on the rails and Mobil 1 5w30 on the fire control group. LESS is more! We are talking light films here, no need to use much. Some is good, more will grab dirt and defeat the purpose, if there is enough lube to hold dirt it will INCREASE wear instead of preventing it. The only time to go lube happy is if there are functioning problems with a new or dirty gun in the field. Most field problems can be fixed by taking the dust cover off and pouring some motor oil or ATF all over the internals, put the cover back on and shoot the crap out of it! You WILL get sprayed but the damned thing will cycle. Same here. Moly grease on the rails and technical grade moly mixed with Ballistol on everything else. Don't forget a little on the gas piston. Slicker than snot on a glass doorknob. A little goes a long way. Too much and you blow it all over the place. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Colon Terminus 61 Posted September 30, 2011 Report Share Posted September 30, 2011 White lithium grease from Walmart Automotive department applied sparingly with a Q-tip or toothpick. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brair 5 Posted September 30, 2011 Report Share Posted September 30, 2011 I know a lot of people that use high temp grease on shotguns, aks, and pistols that get heavy use. Talking shooting 1000 rounds in a rifle or pistol over a weekend use. Use a very little amount since it goes a long way. They swear by it. From what I have seen it works great. They use the red hi temp grease you get from walmart, runs 6-7 bucks. With what you get you could take care of a lot of weapons. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
read_the_wall 614 Posted October 1, 2011 Report Share Posted October 1, 2011 (edited) this........... not really, I use tetra Edited October 1, 2011 by read_the_wall Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Battosaii 99 Posted October 1, 2011 Report Share Posted October 1, 2011 I can't be the only one... use it work on cars but never tried on a gun.... but i also dislike the smell of White Lithium Grease to me it reminds me of the smell of the gas/air they give you before they put you to sleep for surgery Quote Link to post Share on other sites
csspecs 1,987 Posted October 1, 2011 Report Share Posted October 1, 2011 I use a little heavy way lube on the bolt. It prevents galling and seems to resist dust contamination to a limited degree. Plus I have at least a gallon on hand on any given day. On a side note it smells roughly like burning piss soaked shoes on dried cow chips.. So it may not be for everyone. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
shades_of_grey 1,092 Posted October 1, 2011 Report Share Posted October 1, 2011 I recently started using TW25B grease on all my firearms. It's fantastic stuff, and although it's more expensive than some other products, ($25 for a 4 oz tube that'll last ya a damned long time), it's meant to be used on firearms, (it's also effective on various other machines, and can handle high temps), unlike some other greases out there. I highly recommend it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MT Predator 2,294 Posted October 1, 2011 Report Share Posted October 1, 2011 MILITECH-1 user here. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Spindrift 6 Posted October 1, 2011 Report Share Posted October 1, 2011 Chain saw, bar oil, has an additive to make it cling to surfaces. I suspect dirt is going to get into whatever is used, but bar oil is as clingy and less thick than grease. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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