What's the best lube...

DannyCox · 10-05-2005

You wouldn't want to lubricate that at all. You'll just end up degrading what you have. It's mentioned that it is made out of ABS plastic, which is Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene. The Butadiene acts as a self-lubricant, and also gives some flexibility and good wear resistance (depending on percentage). There is a very good chance that the actual filler tube is made from Nylon (probably 6/6). You really don't need anything between the ABS and the Nylon, and if you do put something there, it will only create problems.

Plus, any lube you do use will just leach into the tobacco.

10-05-2005	#14
DannyCox I like cheese Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Montreal, QC, CA Posts: 1,185	Re: What's the best lube... You wouldn't want to lubricate that at all. You'll just end up degrading what you have. It's mentioned that it is made out of ABS plastic, which is Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene. The Butadiene acts as a self-lubricant, and also gives some flexibility and good wear resistance (depending on percentage). There is a very good chance that the actual filler tube is made from Nylon (probably 6/6). You really don't need anything between the ABS and the Nylon, and if you do put something there, it will only create problems. Plus, any lube you do use will just leach into the tobacco. __________________ iAmateurs Network Amateur Niche Affiliate Programs

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Switch to Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Threaded Mode