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Sep 27, 2017 3:35 PM CST WD-40..............Who knew?
britishcolumbian
britishcolumbianbritishcolumbianunknown, British Columbia Canada153 Threads 894 Posts
WD-40 Well, Who Knew

WD-40 was created in 1953 by three technicians at the San Diego Rocket Chemical Company. Its name comes from the project that was to find a "water displacement" compound. They were successful with the fortieth formulation, thus WD-40. The Corvair Company bought it in bulk to protect their atlas missile parts.

Ken East (one of the original founders) says there is nothing in WD-40 that would hurt you.

When you read the "shower door" part, try it. It's the first thing that has ever cleaned that spotty shower door. If yours is plastic, it works just as well as glass. It's a miracle! Then try it on your stovetop... Voila! It's now shinier than it's ever been. You'll be amazed.

1) Protects silver from tarnishing.
2) Removes road tar and grime from cars.
3) Cleans and lubricates guitar strings.
4) Gives floors that 'just-waxed' sheen without making it slippery.
5) Keeps flies off cows.
6) Restores and cleans chalkboards.
7) Removes lipstick stains.
8) Loosens stubborn zippers.
9) Untangles jewellery chains.
10) Removes stains from stainless steel sinks.
11) Removes dirt and grime from the barbecue grill.
12) Keeps ceramic/terra cotta garden pots from oxidizing.
13) Removes tomato stains from clothing.
14) Keeps glass shower doors free of water spots.
15) Camouflages scratches in ceramic and marble floors.
16) Keeps scissors working smoothly.
17) Lubricates noisy door hinges on vehicles and doors in homes
18) It removes black scuff marks from the kitchen floor! Use WD-40 for those nasty tar and scuff marks on flooring. It doesn't seem to harm the finish and you won't have to scrub nearly as hard to get them off. Just remember to open some windows if you have a lot of marks.
19) Bug guts will eat away the finish on your car if not removed quickly! Use WD-40!
20) Gives a children's play gym slide a shine for a super fast slide.
21) Lubricates gear shift and mower deck lever for ease of handling on riding mowers.
22) Rids kids rocking chairs and swings of squeaky noises.
23) Lubricates tracks in sticking home windows and makes them easier to open.
24) Spraying an umbrella stem makes it easier to open and close.
25) Restores and cleans padded leather dashboards in vehicles, as well as vinyl bumpers.
26) Restores and cleans roof racks on vehicles.
27) Lubricates and stops squeaks in electric fans.
28) Lubricates wheel sprockets on tricycles, wagons, and bicycles for easy handling.
29) Lubricates fan belts on washers and dryers and keeps them running smoothly.
30) Keeps rust from forming on saws and saw blades, and other tools.
31) Removes splattered grease on stove.
32) Keeps bathroom mirror from fogging.
33) Lubricates prosthetic limbs.
34) Keeps pigeons off the balcony (they hate the smell).
35) Removes all traces of duct tape.
36) Folks even spray it on their arms, hands, and knees to relieve arthritis pain.
37) Florida's favourite use is: "cleans and removes love bugs from grills and bumpers."
38) The favourite use in the state of New York WD-40 protects the Statue of Liberty from the elements.
39) WD-40 attracts fish. Spray a LITTLE on live bait or lures and you will be catching the big one in no
time.
Also, it's a lot cheaper than the chemical attractants that are made for just that purpose. Keep in mind though, using some chemical laced baits or lures for fishing are not allowed in some states.
40) Use it for fire ant bites. It takes the sting away immediately and stops the itch.
41) WD-40 is great for removing crayon from walls. Spray on the mark and wipe with a clean rag.
42) Also, if you've discovered that your teenage daughter has washed and dried a tube of lipstick with a load of laundry, saturate the lipstick spots with WD-40 and
. Presto! Lipstick is gone!
43) If you sprayed WD-40 on the distributor cap, it would displace the moisture and allow the car to start.
44) , it is good for oven burns or any other type of burn.
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Sep 27, 2017 5:47 PM CST WD-40..............Who knew?
CherryBomb_
CherryBomb_CherryBomb_Temperley, Buenos Aires Argentina10 Threads 1 Polls 181 Posts
This thread is cancer.
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Sep 27, 2017 5:56 PM CST WD-40..............Who knew?
britishcolumbian
britishcolumbianbritishcolumbianunknown, British Columbia Canada153 Threads 894 Posts
CherryBomb_: This thread is cancer.


Why do you say this as I have never heard negatiives about this product.
The founders claim that this can not possibly hurt anyone.............

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Sep 27, 2017 5:59 PM CST WD-40..............Who knew?
chatonlyman2
chatonlyman2chatonlyman2North Bay, Ontario Canada27 Threads 7 Polls 6,600 Posts
Also WD-40 is great for removing corroded nuts and bolts but you got to let it penetrate for 8 hours first.thumbs up
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Sep 27, 2017 6:39 PM CST WD-40..............Who knew?
britishcolumbian
britishcolumbianbritishcolumbianunknown, British Columbia Canada153 Threads 894 Posts
Chaton have you ever heard that WD-40 causes cancer?
The list of what it can be used for is a long one.

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Sep 27, 2017 6:53 PM CST WD-40..............Who knew?
rizlared
rizlaredrizlaredNot in Cebu City, Central Visayas Philippines89 Threads 2 Polls 5,588 Posts
britishcolumbian: Chaton have you ever heard that WD-40 causes cancer?
The list of what it can be used for is a long one.


My Dad was diagnosed with arthritus in his hand many years ago, his doctor suggested rubbing WD-40 into his hands each day, he has continued to do this and is over 100 today, and can hold a knife and fork with no problems
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Sep 27, 2017 7:02 PM CST WD-40..............Who knew?
britishcolumbian
britishcolumbianbritishcolumbianunknown, British Columbia Canada153 Threads 894 Posts
rizlared: My Dad was diagnosed with arthritus in his hand many years ago, his doctor suggested rubbing WD-40 into his hands each day, he has continued to do this and is over 100 today, and can hold a knife and fork with no problems


Wow thank you for this tip Rizlared as I know exactly who I can pass this on too...........

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Sep 27, 2017 7:54 PM CST WD-40..............Who knew?
2intrigued
2intrigued2intriguedMississauga, Ontario Canada11 Threads 18,576 Posts
rizlared: My Dad was diagnosed with arthritus in his hand many years ago, his doctor suggested rubbing WD-40 into his hands each day, he has continued to do this and is over 100 today, and can hold a knife and fork with no problems


That's amazing Riz wow wave
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Sep 27, 2017 8:05 PM CST WD-40..............Who knew?
Bearwoman
BearwomanBearwomanNorthgate, Ohio USA9 Threads 3,267 Posts
WD-40 isn't a remedy for arthritis.


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Sep 27, 2017 8:15 PM CST WD-40..............Who knew?
britishcolumbian
britishcolumbianbritishcolumbianunknown, British Columbia Canada153 Threads 894 Posts
Bearwoman: WD-40 isn't a remedy for arthritis.


Hi, well having tried other things and nothing worked we are going to give this a chance. wave
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Sep 27, 2017 9:22 PM CST WD-40..............Who knew?
britishcolumbian
britishcolumbianbritishcolumbianunknown, British Columbia Canada153 Threads 894 Posts
Bearwoman: WD-40 isn't a remedy for arthritis.




I just looked it up and most tell that it is not for medical purpose, too bad......wave
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Sep 27, 2017 9:26 PM CST WD-40..............Who knew?
rizlared
rizlaredrizlaredNot in Cebu City, Central Visayas Philippines89 Threads 2 Polls 5,588 Posts
Bearwoman: WD-40 isn't a remedy for arthritis.




What works for some may not work for others, my Dad was an Engineer, used his hands a lot, his Dr suggested this and it appears to work for him, I have not suggested it works for anyone else, but anything is possible.
As for the article saying it is dangerous, I fail to understand that as many products contain a petroleum base and are used for many ailments, Vaseline for example.

The point I was making is that the likely hood of WD40 causing cancer is highly unlikely
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Sep 27, 2017 9:48 PM CST WD-40..............Who knew?
Bearwoman
BearwomanBearwomanNorthgate, Ohio USA9 Threads 3,267 Posts
rizlared: What works for some may not work for others, my Dad was an Engineer, used his hands a lot, his Dr suggested this and it appears to work for him, I have not suggested it works for anyone else, but anything is possible.
As for the article saying it is dangerous, I fail to understand that as many products contain a petroleum base and are used for many ailments, Vaseline for example.

The point I was making is that the likely hood of WD40 causing cancer is highly unlikely



rizlared that's true that what works for some may not work for others.


I understood what you were saying so no problem.handshake Most anything nowadays can be dangerous if you over use something.


I've had arthritis in my Knee from overuse and never dreamed of using WD40. Now my left side is ridden with arthritis and it's become hard to walk,stand for along time and I have a hard time getting into my SUV. But I'm very stubborn and I will not allow it to beat me.
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Sep 27, 2017 11:07 PM CST WD-40..............Who knew?
britishcolumbian
britishcolumbianbritishcolumbianunknown, British Columbia Canada153 Threads 894 Posts
Bear why don't you give wd-40 a try yourself..............wave wave wave
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Sep 28, 2017 12:05 AM CST WD-40..............Who knew?
Bearwoman
BearwomanBearwomanNorthgate, Ohio USA9 Threads 3,267 Posts
britishcolumbian: Bear why don't you give wd-40 a try yourself..............



Never going to happen.wave
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Sep 28, 2017 2:14 AM CST WD-40..............Who knew?
MikeD12
MikeD12MikeD12Broadstairs, Kent, England UK16 Threads 2 Polls 2,809 Posts
Bearwoman: #7 WAS WRITTEN BY CherryBOMB. So there. I'm not cherrybomb.


Me thinks you must've drank some WD40 already.


Woops Big Clanger doh
Please accept my grovelling apology bowing bowing bowing bowing bowing bowing
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Sep 28, 2017 5:58 AM CST WD-40..............Who knew?
raphael119
raphael119raphael119washington d.c., District of Columbia USA19 Threads 3 Polls 5,181 Posts
Great info on this thread. Im going to try it on my knee and see if I can start sprinting like I did in my fifties!thumbs up Geezer Olympian!
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Sep 28, 2017 9:16 AM CST WD-40..............Who knew?
CherryBomb_
CherryBomb_CherryBomb_Temperley, Buenos Aires Argentina10 Threads 1 Polls 181 Posts
MikeD12: Woops Big Clanger
Please accept my grovelling apology


You seem to have fallen victim of one of my pranks.
angel

Mea culpa blushing
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Sep 28, 2017 9:31 AM CST WD-40..............Who knew?
Kinda have to use 3 in 1 oil after you use WD 40 as it creates a rust
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Sep 28, 2017 9:32 AM CST WD-40..............Who knew?
Duromojon
DuromojonDuromojonTampa, Florida USA99 Threads 1,224 Posts
CPL the best for cleaning firearmsbeer
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