amkr Posted November 5, 2015 Share Posted November 5, 2015 I don't see why not. Its just like washing it at home with a hose! Wax the fiberglass, not anything with windows,grease or rollers. I wash my boat at the ramp now. I take soap, a sponge and a hose... By the time I drive home the boats nice and dry and I can throw covers straight on it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ric001 Posted November 5, 2015 Share Posted November 5, 2015 Teflon is a trademarked DuPont product from memory. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevefish Posted November 5, 2015 Share Posted November 5, 2015 (edited) The coin operated one you do yourself, not the big spinny dinny sponges! Then flush the motor at home and rinse the reels under the tell tale! Edited November 5, 2015 by stevefish Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
p-ziller Posted November 5, 2015 Author Share Posted November 5, 2015 Sweet as! Thanks for the info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amkr Posted November 5, 2015 Share Posted November 5, 2015 Teflon is a trademarked DuPont product from memory. Yep. Though it is simply a trade name for PTFE which is used in bearings, hose linings, bushes, cookware and even clothing (ever wondered what gore-tex waterproofing involves...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ric001 Posted November 5, 2015 Share Posted November 5, 2015 (edited) Yeah it has a multitude of uses. Just don't burn it or overheat it as it emits formalthahyde. (Yep spelt it wrong). Used it for years as high temp abrahasive resistant tubing for jet engine wiring. The heat shrink tubing is excellent. And stretches with a little pull whist shrinking to give a really tight finish. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Edited November 5, 2015 by Ric001 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjbink Posted November 5, 2015 Share Posted November 5, 2015 Actually outboard manufacturers have some of their own protective sprays. Looks like this one might be the go. They don't say what's in it (I can't find an SDS), but it seems to have better properties than WD-40: YamaShield is a combination of solvents, lubricants and waxes designed for penetration, moisture, displacement, lubrication and protection. It loosens rusty and corroded parts and dries to a thin, waxy film that clings to metal for months. Designed for long-term protection, this superior formulation is ideal for outboards, watercraft and other marine applications. It is safe on paints, plastics and vinyls. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amkr Posted November 5, 2015 Share Posted November 5, 2015 I think its over 500°C that it melts, the formaldehyde would be in whatever they bind the PTFE with, I don't think PTFE can release is on its own. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjbink Posted November 5, 2015 Share Posted November 5, 2015 (edited) I've shown the result of long term use of a product, not what I have heard or read. If someone has used another product for years it will add some real value to the discussion. We can all Google up how good a manufacturers product is then find bad reviews about it. Well you have asserted the effects of long term use - not shown, and going by your own experience as a mechanic. You don't say if you are a marine mechanic, or how you would know If you weren't specifically looking for the effects of WD-40 and at the same time knowing the long term history of a significant number of motors and how the owners looked after them. Edited November 5, 2015 by billfisher Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brad_tate Posted November 5, 2015 Share Posted November 5, 2015 I use Inox (the Lanolin formula) on my outboard as previously described in the CRC post. I won't use WD40 or CRC due to the damage the petroleum will cause on the rubber fuel hoses etc. I previously used WD 40 for this, and it did serve the purpose well. The oil coating stopped any tarnishing, but after a bit of research I realised the petroleum was problematic, and Inox is a better option and safer long term. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 4myson Posted November 5, 2015 Share Posted November 5, 2015 I use Inox (the Lanolin formula) on my outboard as previously described in the CRC post. I won't use WD40 or CRC due to the damage the petroleum will cause on the rubber fuel hoses etc. I previously used WD 40 for this, and it did serve the purpose well. The oil coating stopped any tarnishing, but after a bit of research I realised the petroleum was problematic, and Inox is a better option and safer long term. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Let me get this straight ... You guys are worried that the Petroleum in certain sprays will affect the rubber " FUEL " hoses ????? The hose is designed to carry FUEL !!!!! Our fuel comes from Petroleum !!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjbink Posted November 5, 2015 Share Posted November 5, 2015 Let me get this straight ... You guys are worried that the Petroleum in certain sprays will affect the rubber " FUEL " hoses ????? The hose is designed to carry FUEL !!!!! Our fuel comes from Petroleum !!!!!!! There are rubber hoses carrying the cooling water and these won't be the same composition as fuel hoses. Then there are plastic parts of various composition, seal and gaskets as well as greased moving parts which may not react well with WD-40. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ric001 Posted November 5, 2015 Share Posted November 5, 2015 Hi 4myson, thanks for the chuckle due to stating the obvious. However there are some hoses like the water pressure hose for boat speed that is a clear hose on my boat that I would be very cautious about getting any solvent based fluid on even though it was fitted by the dealer. I think the genuine parts fitted by manufacturer would be OK as most of these are nitrile based hoses and fuel/oil resistant components and impervious to the effects of most solvents. That said I wouldn't be spraying a MEK ( mostly banned theses days) based lubricant on any part of my boat Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevefish Posted November 5, 2015 Share Posted November 5, 2015 So has wd40 got any confirmed kills yet? We've all heard stuff but so far no reports of casualties Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scratchie Posted November 5, 2015 Share Posted November 5, 2015 So back to the topic...... Warm water, soap and elbow grease! Then sit back with a nice cold beer and remember the journey you just had and look forward to the next one! Cheers scratchie!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amkr Posted November 5, 2015 Share Posted November 5, 2015 So back to the topic...... Warm water, soap and elbow grease! Then sit back with a nice cold beer and remember the journey you just had and look forward to the next one! Cheers scratchie!!! You missed the part where you write a list of things you need to add or fix from the last trip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
p-ziller Posted November 5, 2015 Author Share Posted November 5, 2015 So back to the topic...... Warm water, soap and elbow grease! Then sit back with a nice cold beer and remember the journey you just had and look forward to the next one! Cheers scratchie!!! Words of wisdom as always mate! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brad_tate Posted November 7, 2015 Share Posted November 7, 2015 (edited) Let me get this straight ... You guys are worried that the Petroleum in certain sprays will affect the rubber " FUEL " hoses ????? The hose is designed to carry FUEL !!!!! Our fuel comes from Petroleum !!!!!!!Fair call, I guess I was really referring to the air hoses and other plastic parts that may react badly to WD40. To be honest I don't know whether it could cause problems or not, but everything I've read indicates the Lanolin formulas definitely won't so better safe than sorry.I did use WD40 for years on my 1985 Evinrude super 25 without any issues, but modern engines have lots more plastic and rubber than that ever did! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Edited November 7, 2015 by Tastee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 4myson Posted November 7, 2015 Share Posted November 7, 2015 Sorry Tastee ... Just found it Hilarious ....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjbink Posted November 8, 2015 Share Posted November 8, 2015 Fair call, I guess I was really referring to the air hoses and other plastic parts that may react badly to WD40. To be honest I don't know whether it could cause problems or not, but everything I've read indicates the Lanolin formulas definitely won't so better safe than sorry. I did use WD40 for years on my 1985 Evinrude super 25 without any issues, but modern engines have lots more plastic and rubber than that ever did! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk I have had WD40 it eat away the rubber or plastic (I'm not sure of the composition) plug on my echo sounder, so that's why I'm wary of spraying it all over my motor. I think there are better products to use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bardy Posted November 9, 2015 Share Posted November 9, 2015 If my Marine Mechanic tells me not to use it, and I trust him implicitly, the n that's good enough for me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shakey55 Posted November 16, 2015 Share Posted November 16, 2015 INOX I see on their website they have a number of Inox products. Which one are people using and where are you buying from Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twinfisher 4.9 Posted November 17, 2015 Share Posted November 17, 2015 My two cents worth (but you cant get them any more so my information is probably equally worthless). I would only ever use WD40 for a squeaky door hinge and never near my boat. Inox in my opinion is the better option. Someone also suggested rinsing their reels under the water outlets from the outboard whilst flushing it.......you are flushing the motor to eradicate saltwater so you are in fact washing your reels (though in diluted) salt water. Can I suggest, never use a hose or water under pressure on your valuable reels. A light wipe over with warm soapy water and the dry off and leave somewhere to air dry. And perhaps a very light spray with Inox! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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