Malfunctioning ignition lock

[GoldOxide_imp]

I always thought graphite was what you used on locks.

Glad you’ve fixed it geosar.

That is what my dad taught me, but I have be using Remoil for decades.
My AZ ranch sees weather down into the teens and I have no lock issues, including trailer locks dating back to 1973 and 1977.

For this case, silicone may be a better choice over WD-40. In any case, your call.

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Not sure if it is possible, but also peek down the switch to determine if there is any plastic "switch debris" or other possible foreign matter there. Give it a blow with some air pressure? (wear eye protection)

Better lubrication, but it sure likes to migrate.

I think that is by design. Similar behaviour as WD-40, but different composition, both are engineered to evaporate and leave a surface binding residuum. WD-40 leaves a petroleum-based artifact, while the other silicone. Silicone does not conduct electricity.

Unfortunately, graphite conducts electricity.

True.
Used to apply it (consistency of grease) to exterior bridge room insulators at Sylmar Converter Station. The 800,000 volt DC line attracted Interstate 15 pollutants more than a 230,000 volt AC transmission line.

True.
Used to apply it (consistency of grease) to exterior bridge room insulators at Sylmar Converter Station. The 800,000 volt DC line attracted Interstate 15 pollutants more than a 230,000 volt AC transmission line.
Sounds like a pretty cool occupation Doc.

 

[SportsterDoc]

I always thought graphite was what you used on locks.

Glad you’ve fixed it geosar.

That is what my dad taught me, but I have be using Remoil for decades.
My AZ ranch sees weather down into the teens and I have no lock issues, including trailer locks dating back to 1973 and 1977.

For this case, silicone may be a better choice over WD-40. In any case, your call.

- - -

Not sure if it is possible, but also peek down the switch to determine if there is any plastic "switch debris" or other possible foreign matter there. Give it a blow with some air pressure? (wear eye protection)

Better lubrication, but it sure likes to migrate.

I think that is by design. Similar behaviour as WD-40, but different composition, both are engineered to evaporate and leave a surface binding residuum. WD-40 leaves a petroleum-based artifact, while the other silicone. Silicone does not conduct electricity.

Unfortunately, graphite conducts electricity.

True.
Used to apply it (consistency of grease) to exterior bridge room insulators at Sylmar Converter Station. The 800,000 volt DC line attracted Interstate 15 pollutants more than a 230,000 volt AC transmission line.

True.
Used to apply it (consistency of grease) to exterior bridge room insulators at Sylmar Converter Station. The 800,000 volt DC line attracted Interstate 15 pollutants more than a 230,000 volt AC transmission line.
Sounds like a pretty cool occupation Doc.

I transferred there for reconstruction after the Feb 9, 1971 earthquake, then left LADWP in 1979. Since then mercry arc valves for inversion/rectification have been replaced by thyristors, voltage increased to 1,000,00 volts and ampersge from 1800 to 2,000. Much less line losses compared to AC for a 843 mile transmission line, with now a 2 billion watt capability.

 

[GoldOxide_imp]

I always thought graphite was what you used on locks.

Glad you’ve fixed it geosar.

That is what my dad taught me, but I have be using Remoil for decades.
My AZ ranch sees weather down into the teens and I have no lock issues, including trailer locks dating back to 1973 and 1977.

For this case, silicone may be a better choice over WD-40. In any case, your call.

- - -

Not sure if it is possible, but also peek down the switch to determine if there is any plastic "switch debris" or other possible foreign matter there. Give it a blow with some air pressure? (wear eye protection)

Better lubrication, but it sure likes to migrate.

I think that is by design. Similar behaviour as WD-40, but different composition, both are engineered to evaporate and leave a surface binding residuum. WD-40 leaves a petroleum-based artifact, while the other silicone. Silicone does not conduct electricity.

Unfortunately, graphite conducts electricity.

True.
Used to apply it (consistency of grease) to exterior bridge room insulators at Sylmar Converter Station. The 800,000 volt DC line attracted Interstate 15 pollutants more than a 230,000 volt AC transmission line.

True.
Used to apply it (consistency of grease) to exterior bridge room insulators at Sylmar Converter Station. The 800,000 volt DC line attracted Interstate 15 pollutants more than a 230,000 volt AC transmission line.
Sounds like a pretty cool occupation Doc.

I transferred there for reconstruction after the Feb 9, 1971 earthquake, then left LADWP in 1979. Since then mercry arc valves for inversion/rectification have been replaced by thyristors, voltage increased to 1,000,00 volts and ampersge from 1800 to 2,000. Much less line losses compared to AC for a 843 mile transmission line, with now a 2 billion watt capability.

I transferred there for reconstruction after the Feb 9, 1971 earthquake, then left LADWP in 1979. Since then mercry arc valves for inversion/rectification have been replaced by thyristors, voltage increased to 1,000,00 volts and ampersge from 1800 to 2,000. Much less line losses compared to AC for a 843 mile transmission line, with now a 2 billion watt capability.
That field remains high demand for strong experience and skilled individuals. I don't see that need changing any time soon.

 

[Lord Popgun]

Where’s Tesla when you need him?

 

[Cormanus]

Musking about somewhere.

 

[GoldOxide_imp]

Where’s Tesla when you need him?

He'd be askin' where's the wireless transmission of household power? He'd also be seeking out his pigeons and questioning who is the other "Tesla" that people keep talkin' 'bout?