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Quick link squeak

MNFarmHunter

MNFarmHunter

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Thought I'd pass this along.

The screw gates on my quick links always squeaked but didn't want to use any oil-based lubricants due to the smell. Instead, I closed the gate halfway and put some bowstring wax in the cavity. I then used a butane torch to melt the wax causing it to flow into the threads. Once cooled, I opened/closed it a few times to work it in and clear out the excess.

No more squeak or rattle.
 
MNFarmHunter said:
Thought I'd pass this along.

The screw gates on my quick links always squeaked but didn't want to use any oil-based lubricants due to the smell. Instead, I closed the gate halfway and put some bowstring wax in the cavity. I then used a butane torch to melt the wax causing it to flow into the threads. Once cooled, I opened/closed it a few times to work it in and clear out the excess.

No more squeak or rattle.
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I wonder how this will work when the temperature drops.
I’ve used bow string wax to stop stuff from rattling loose but never as a lubricant I’m interested on the results.


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I had thought about that but since the thread tolerances aren't that tight, it shouldn't be an issue. It may also help prevent any frost seizing.

I'll know for sure in about 2 months.
 
Most manufactures recommend one drop of oil, once per year. I've never noticed a problem following that advice.
 
Not surprisingly, the freeze test showed that the wax did stiffen up. However, the screw link was still easy to tighten/loosen without any noticeable sticking. In terms of frost seizing, frost did form on the exposed metal in all areas except for where the wax was.
 
Be careful applying too much heat to your links and 'biners, since they are heat treated.
 
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