[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Silicon?

Posted: 4/25/2010 4:56:26 PM EDT

Couldn't find anything. Anyone have experience with silicon for lube?
Any cons?

Thanks.

Posted: 4/26/2010 6:03:08 AM EDT

[#1]

Silicone burns off fast. It would not be a good lube at all in my opinion. It's great for stopping squeaks on plastic and rubber but for metal to metal contact its a no go.

Posted: 4/26/2010 6:12:04 AM EDT

[#2]

What he said.
Also:
Silicone = self-lubricating rubbery substance

Silicon = metallic element

Posted: 4/27/2010 11:02:05 AM EDT

[#3]

I tried this once on a Ruger 10/22 and a Browning Buckmark. I was not happy with the results. I imagine it would be even less satisfactory on an AR.

Posted: 4/27/2010 3:19:32 PM EDT

[#4]

Quoted:
I tried this once on a Ruger 10/22 and a Browning Buckmark. I was not happy with the results. I imagine it would be even less satisfactory on an AR.

http://i53.photobucket.com/albums/g48/Old_Town/19d2fb55.jpg

I prefer to use a lightweight grease on my 10/22 and I have been using it on my ARs recently too.

Posted: 4/27/2010 5:49:38 PM EDT

[#5]

I use Rem Oil Dry Lube on my 10/22. It really keeps the powder residue and gunk to a minimum.

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