[Help Thread] Lubrication Thread

[Nir1213]

no windshield on this boi

yea he made it too simplistic lol

 

[Deleted member 55157]

If I lube the core to get rid of spring noise how long does the effect last? Also should I use a small amount or a generous amount?

 

[Deleted member 54663]

If I lube the core to get rid of spring noise how long does the effect last? Also should I use a small amount or a generous amount?

It should last the lifetime of the cube, especially if you use something like black or vortex.

 

[Sub1Hour]

If I lube the core to get rid of spring noise how long does the effect last? Also should I use a small amount or a generous amount?

Use plenty of lube when lubricating the core so it lasts longer. Dont use water based stuff though, only use heavy silicon lubes or lubes made special for the core.

 

[EngiNerdBrian]

What are some good solutions for removing lube residue from the outside of cubes? I've tried just plain paper towels, a wet wash cloth and dry dish towels already.

I most Likely had lube residue in my fingers when handling the cubes during magnetizing & a lube job. Any good tricks to get it dry on the outside again?

 

[PetrusQuber]

I always just clean my hands with soap and water, use a paper towel with soap and water on all sides of the cube, then wipe off with a dry towel. It normally gets rid of everything, and anything else is worked away.

 

[qwr]

I think we all got the email lol

Ironically I found out that i'm running low on lube. I should've listened to my own message

 

[EngiNerdBrian]

I always just clean my hands with soap and water, use a paper towel with soap and water on all sides of the cube, then wipe off with a dry towel. It normally gets rid of everything, and anything else is worked away.

I’m not sure why I didn’t think to use soap. This worked, thanks!

 

[qwr]

I’m not sure why I didn’t think to use soap. This worked, thanks!

generally for cleaning plastics or vinyls, windex is pretty gentle. also baking soda for a gentle abrasive for stuff that can be scratched off.

 

[Spacey10]

generally for cleaning plastics or vinyls, windex is pretty gentle. also baking soda for a gentle abrasive for stuff that can be scratched off.

Windex reminds me of the time I took a sip of it thinking it was the blue Caprisun juice.
I've tried Windex on a overlubes Rubik's brand and it works fine.

 

[Sapphire Cubing]

My 2x2 is really dry and a bit slow but I don't have any lube to make it better. Is there anything I can do?

 

[ProStar]

Lube it. The point of lube is to remove that effect, and it's the only solution.

 

[Scollier]

No. You have to buy lube.

 

[ImmolatedMarmoset]

I mean, if you have silicon oil lying around, then you can use that if you’re careful. But you can get some delivered for a couple of bucks maximum. You can also try loosening the screws, but that will only make it a little bit faster, not less dry. And it can also reduce structural integrity of the puzzle and make it more likely to pop.

 

[Deleted member 55877]

My 2x2 is really dry and a bit slow but I don't have any lube to make it better. Is there anything I can do?

Just get lube lol, that's the whole point of it. Lubes may seem expensive, but they last for a very long time an you only have to put a couple drops.
Personally I recommend Cubicle Labs Silk

 

[Sapphire Cubing]

So I must get some BIKE CHAIN LUBE!!!! No but yeah I'll just get some lube

 

[Nir1213]

My 2x2 is really dry and a bit slow but I don't have any lube to make it better. Is there anything I can do?

use Vaseline olive or vegetable oil. Be careful, though.

 

[Sapphire Cubing]

I'll probably just use lube

 

[DiamondGolem12]

I recommend Weight 4 or 5, Cubicle Labs Silk and DNM-37

 

[Sapphire Cubing]

I took it apart and put it back it feels better. Also I just took out an edge and it made it faster