Clay Edgin Posted May 24, 2003 Share Posted May 24, 2003 After seeing the pics of broken grippers, I'd like to do whatever I can to prevent that from happening. Obviously, the best way to keep the grippers from breaking is to NOT squeeze them, but that ain't happening anytime soon So what do you use to keep the spring clean? I figure WD40 would work well. Your thoughts? BTW, I love this friggin board. I'm addicted. If it wasn't for the fact my hands hurt so much, I'd run out right now and go train them some more... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Piche Posted May 24, 2003 Share Posted May 24, 2003 Don't ask me! http://www.cyberpump.com/images/brokensilvereilte.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HandsofStone Posted May 24, 2003 Share Posted May 24, 2003 Stick with the wd- 40, it works great. L.J. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldGuy Posted May 24, 2003 Share Posted May 24, 2003 I think that any gripper can break without warning at any time. Oil or WD-40 will not prevent that. Gripper springs are not failing because of rust. The longer you use it the sooner it's going to break. As the Irish would say. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sybersnott Posted May 24, 2003 Share Posted May 24, 2003 Clay, Adhere to the advice from IronMind: treat the grippers just like you would a loaded barbell, with RESPECT! BTW, best way to oil it - a dab of WD-40 on an old toothbrush and slowly work it into the springs. Don't get any on the handle. WD-40 is a penatrating oil so it's perfect for the grippers. Also... don't forget to talk to your grippers everyday! Tell them that YOU are getting stronger and that THEY are getting weaker! Trust me - this works. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tou Posted May 24, 2003 Share Posted May 24, 2003 Wd-40 dries pretty fast. I use 3in1 or 5in1 oil.. It will never dries and make a clean job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Browne Posted May 24, 2003 Share Posted May 24, 2003 I like using a product named "Liquid Wrench". It is a silicone based product as opposed to a petroleum based. It has no odor and actually penetrates the steel wire. One thing though, do not bother with treating a chrome plated spring. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.