I’ve been using Media Super Lube on my needles for a few years. Hate the stuff after a couple of days it turns to goo and my double action get sticky. Looking for a better product that will keep the needle free moving for more than a day or two. What does the hive use?
I’ve used a very light coating of Vaseline for years now, applied only after a thorough breakdown and lacquer thinner cleaning. I do this after every “major” painting session, meaning a full day or a series of a few partial days when I’ve just done the usual run of thinners with an occasional quick. tip and needle cleaning. Works for me, maybe it’ll work for you.
I usually don’t use anything on the needle. I figure lubing Teflon is kind of redundant. The metal to metal surfaces in the trigger assembly might get a tiny bit of sewing machine oil or Chapstick.
I was told the Medea stuff doesn’t get gummy.
Don
My wife has a product called “Blue Juice” that she uses on her French Horn as a valve lubricant. I found it does wonders on my Badger 155. So much so I had her pick me up my own bottle. A few drops goes a long way.