45 Uses for WD40 (some car related)

[JC]

I got this in an email today, and thought it's worth sharing!

Well, who would have thought..?

I had a neighbor who bought a new pickup. I got up very early one Sunday morning and saw that someone had spray painted red all around the sides of this beige truck (for some unknown reason). I went over, woke him up, and told him the bad news. He was very upset and was trying to figure out what to do - probably nothing until Monday morning,since nothing was open. Another neighbor came out and told him to get his WD-40 and clean it off. It removed the unwanted paint beautifully and did not harm his paint job that was on the truck. I'm impressed!

WD-40

Water Displacement #40. The product began from a search for a rust preventative solvent and degreaser to protect missile parts.

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.
Apart from the 2 uses above, here are some moe:
3. Protects silver from tarnishing.
4. Removes road tar and grime from cars.
5. Cleans and lubricates guitar strings.
6. Gives floors that 'just-waxed' sheen without making it slippery.
7. Keeps flies off cows.
8. Restores and cleans chalkboards.
9. Removes lipstick stains.
10. Loosens stubborn zippers.
11. Untangles jewelry chains.
12. Removes stains from stainless steel sinks.
13. Removes dirt and grime from the barbecue grill.
14. Keeps ceramic/terra cotta garden pots from oxidizing.
15. Removes tomato stains from clothing.
16. Keeps glass shower doors free of water spots.
17. Camouflages scratches in ceramic and marble floors.
18. Keeps scissors working smoothly.
19. Lubricates noisy door hinges on vehicles and doors in homes.
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 favorite use is: "cleans and removes love bugs from grills and bumpers."
38. The favorite 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 re-wash. 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 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.
45. Bug guts will eat away the finish on your car if not removed quickly! Use WD-40!

[webby_191189]

hmm so much more than i realised. Better hide t from mum now or she will be cleaning the house with it

[EFXR6]

I got this quite some time ago. Its cool.

[JACK250]

That bloke off 'My Big Fat Greek Wedding' might have to switch over from windex!

[AC/DC]

I use it to get tar, bugs and grime off the bottom of the bumpers etc etc...Works a treat.

AC/DC

[mcooper]

It also makes slot car tyres really sticky! Spray a little on and lap times tumble, spray a lot on and tyres melt!

[Richmalbill]

The forgot 'school boy Flame Thrower'

[dave351cid]

i like the one about keeping flies off cows...

i wonder who thought to try that with a can of water dispersent ?????? or maybe they were trying to water proof the cow at the time.

[XAGSV8]

I was going to say it cleans the barby but it is already there. Once I tried it and I will never use anything else to remove grease again. Thanks WD40

[Racecraft]

problem is though it stinks like crap :(

[Bill_R]

I wonder if it would clean water stains from car windows?

[Mongoose]

But the dam thing dosent clean out those nasty blood stains....

[sgt_doofey]

Does RP-7 do just as good a job?

[Jayden]

sure it cant be too healthy. Wonder if it makes good deoderant though? lol

[XRated]

Originally Posted by Racecraft

problem is though it stinks like crap :(

I love the smell! :hihi:

['63Deluxe]

Keep the stuff away from bearings - it will remove the grease really well.....

Also if you get it on shiny paint that you want to keep shiny - get it off quick!

[BlueRaven]

Starts cars - While turning it over, get your friend to spray it lightly into the throat of the carby if your car doesn't seem to be getting enough fuel to start.

Switches - Fixes 30yr old falcon headlight switches

[peedee]

spay into wifes sewing machine for flame thower effect

[davonafairlane]

It and other similar products are used in the technical field a lot. Switches, potentiometers etc. The noisy volume controls on amps. Very quick and easy repair.

[tankclare]

WD-40 works a treat to get tyre rubber off your gaurds after doing burnouts

[Sourbastard]

Originally Posted by Mongoose10

But the dam thing dosent clean out those nasty blood stains....

Peroxide works for blood.

[Laminge]

Ahhh thats where the trick is, dont get blood on your to start with...

[fordOwner]

Yeh i like the smell too! - I call it a REAL mans deoderant
It would be perfect for fly blown cows with athritis aye!

[Mechan1k]

Originally Posted by dave351cid

i like the one about keeping flies off cows...

i wonder who thought to try that with a can of water dispersent ?????? or maybe they were trying to water proof the cow at the time.

Interesting indeed ... might try it on the horses too and see how it goes.

[AUXRVIII]

I'd like to add that it's a quick fix if you have dry eyes. I found this out by accident.

[RSgerry]

keeps Minis going when it rains :-(

bl00dy English electrics...

[sfr rob]

I love them smell of WD-40, If i could use it as cologne wihout offending anyone else I WOULD, if I could use it as a flavour enhancer on my food stuffs without being hospitalised, I WOULD!

[Ringo]

DOes anyone know what the stuff is made from?

Seems half alcahol, half fish oil or something?

[Dazza XLT]

I've signed up to the WD40 Newsletter. You get new handy uses every week via email!

[GK]

Originally Posted by Darran

I've signed up to the WD40 Newsletter. You get new handy uses every week via email!

It this for real? If so, I'd love to sign up also. Got a link?

GK