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theturtle
Apr 3, 2004, 9:47 PM
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My ratcheting DOT truckstrap is sticky and needs to be lubed, how do I do this and what kind of lube do I use?
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japhyr
Apr 3, 2004, 10:16 PM
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Isn't it great that this is a slacklining forum, but that question is not off-topic?!
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slacklinejoe
Apr 4, 2004, 12:22 AM
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Not quite sure to take the thread seriously or not but what the heck....
Not exactly the answer but has good tips on inspecting and maintenance:
http://www.hubbellpowersystems.com/powertest/tips_news/pdfs_best/06-9601_hoist.pdf
My prefered method: spray lithium grease - cheap ($2 a can and it'll last a LONG time), effective, easy to apply, longer lasting, cleans up easily and doesn't leave stains in fabric. Any generic oil/lubricant will work, but the lithium grease lasts longer. Hit the moving parts, work the handle a bit until satisfied with action, clean up webbing spool. You'd be suprised how much better they will perform than from the factory.
Just what I found works best from 15 years of working on cars and in machine shops.
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