brododragon
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Okay. Maybe a couple months? It would probably just be quicker to use a bunch of wet paper towels.
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[Help Thread] Lubrication Thread
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NevEr_QeyX
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Couple of *gags* months?...
brododragon
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I would assume, but that's if you really want to work it out. You can also just use it for a month or so and there shouldn't be that much residue.
TheRouxGuy
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My lube string is all empty and my cube is dry. The only lubricant substitute I have is bicycle lubricant. Can I use it to lube the pieces.
PetrusQuber
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Soak all the pieces in soapy water. Take an unused toothbrush, and rub all the areas. Or use a fine towel. Let it properly dry, and reassemble.
I don’t really think that’s a good idea... Is it possible to buy some lube? If you really want to try, do it in your Rubik’s Brand or something first.
TheRouxGuy
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Covid-19 lockdown has banned all e-commerce services. I'll try it on my Carbon Fiber cube.
TheRouxGuy
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[UPDATE]
I actually tried it on my carbon fiber cubes and it works great! I guess it works similar to differential oil. It makes the cube both smooth and fast. The viscosity is similar to the of Weight 5 lubes.
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Hello guys, I am interested in buying a QiYi MS 3x3 and I want to know if silicone spray is a good lube for this cube and if there is different types of silicone spray. Thanks!
Do you have anything else besides silicone spray? There’s better options for cheap.Hello guys, I am interested in buying a QiYi MS 3x3 and I want to know if silicone spray is a good lube for this cube and if there is different types of silicone spray. Thanks!
That’s a great cube for cheap by the way
edudegomes
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I only have silicone spray because the others lube are expensive and cubing for me is just for fun, I don't want to spend a lot of money in lubrication.
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Traxxas 50k is very cheap and very good.
PetrusQuber
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And it can be found in massive 50cc bottles on Amazon for cheap. Will last you forever.
Vcuber6
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I am very confused with what lube I should buy,I have a basic understanding of the different weights and types and I know I should buy some lube from the Cubicle or speedcubeshop, but I know I won't get free shipping unless I buy $39 of stuff, so I think I'll wait 5 months until my birthday to get premium lubes. Are there any good lubes that I could buy on Amazon just for the short term?
Sub1Hour
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Traxxas is a fantastic silicon based lube and is my favorite silicon lube for my cubes, Its very cheap, about 25 bucks for 150ccs of it, here is an Amazon listing for a 3-pack of 10k 30k and 50k. The rule of thumb is basically 10k = Weight 1, 30k = Weight 3, 50k = Weight 5
Amazon.com: Traxxas 5136X Differential Oil Kit (10,000, 30,000, 50,000 Weights) : Toys & Games
Buy Traxxas 5136X Differential Oil Kit (10,000, 30,000, 50,000 Weights): Remote & App Controlled Vehicles & Parts - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases
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If you are going to get lube from either TC or SCS I would whole heartedly recommend TheCubicle by a long shot. My personal favorites are DNM, Mystic, and Lubicle-1
PetrusQuber
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Max Fleet vs DNM-37 vs Lubicle 1 vs Lubicle Speedy?
Have a Tengyun V2, lubed with Silk, 30K, and Adheron. It’s nice, but too slow, and if I wipe out some to get more speed, it loses smoothness and quietness in return. Anyone have suggestions?
Have a Tengyun V2, lubed with Silk, 30K, and Adheron. It’s nice, but too slow, and if I wipe out some to get more speed, it loses smoothness and quietness in return. Anyone have suggestions?
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If it needs a really big boost, and I mean REALLY BIG, use DNM. Otherwise, use Max Fleet.
PetrusQuber
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Or maybe Lubest XMT 10 would be good? I have heard positive reviews, negatives only being it being too fast.
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Zubin Park
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DNM-37 is an overall fast lube though, can't go wrong with it, especially with a slow cube
Nmile7300
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I have a question. What is the best lube for someone in a really dry environment? Where I live it is like less than 10% humidity almost all the time. I have DNM, Silk, Lubicle 1, and the Max lubes and they all wear out extremely quickly and make my cubes gummy and slow. Thanks in advance!
Hey guys, do you happen to know how manufacturers usually lube the cubes they sell? They often come with so much lube that it's all over the cube but in return they are really fast and easy to turn. I've been trying to get a similar speed with a bit of smoothness but can't seem to get it right.
I clean the cube with first a dry and then a wet microfibre cloth to get all the old lubes off.
After cleaning, first I just lubed it with DNM-37 which made it fast once the layers were moving but it was difficult to start each turn. So when I tried to move a layer slowly it was very jerky and not gradual or smooth. Then I added one drop of Lubicle Speedy and it's suddenly very smooth and cushiony but it's too much effort to turn. So then I added 2 drops of DNM-37 again and it's amazing for a day but then it's back to nice and smooth, quite good but just too slow and too much effort to turn... Would something like Weight 1 be better you think?
I have an RS3 2020 and I added some Weight 3 to the core to get rid of the spring noise but that shouldn't affect it right?
Thanks very much in advance!
I clean the cube with first a dry and then a wet microfibre cloth to get all the old lubes off.
Here you mention that water isn't good, is that the problem? Why would water ruin future lubes?
On the other hand I see a lot of people swear by soap and water so I'm not sure what's best, or if this is my problem at all.
After cleaning, first I just lubed it with DNM-37 which made it fast once the layers were moving but it was difficult to start each turn. So when I tried to move a layer slowly it was very jerky and not gradual or smooth. Then I added one drop of Lubicle Speedy and it's suddenly very smooth and cushiony but it's too much effort to turn. So then I added 2 drops of DNM-37 again and it's amazing for a day but then it's back to nice and smooth, quite good but just too slow and too much effort to turn... Would something like Weight 1 be better you think?
I have an RS3 2020 and I added some Weight 3 to the core to get rid of the spring noise but that shouldn't affect it right?
Thanks very much in advance!
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