[Help Thread] Lubrication Thread

[kshrubb]

I request a tutorial on how to lube a weilong v2. I just got cubicle weight 1 and 5. Thanks.

 

[Wylie28]

Use weight 5 for the core and weight 1 or 2 for the pieces. 5cc and 10cc are an amount. You can order lube at thecubicle.us and they ship anywhere. The lube at the cubicle wont break down your cube

 

[kshrubb]

I request a tutorial on how to lube a weilong v2. I just got cubicle weight 1 and 5. Thanks.

Since no one answered, I'll answer for myself for anyone else. This tutorial by the Cubeologist on lubing a MoYu AoLong works perfect for a Weilong as well: Youtube I used weight 1 for the pieces, weight 5 for the core. Feels 10x better.

 

[RandomCubingGuy]

I need help with store-bought lube

Hi im new to speed cubing so if i could get some help that would be great! My problem is i dont know if i should use WD-40 or this Cylco Heavy Duty Silicone Spray. I would buy some Lube from thecubicle.us but right now it dont have the money for it (i know im poor xD) so i was wondering what is better than between those 2? thank you guys so much for helping me and, Stay Cubing!

-RandomCubingGuy

 

[DeeDubb]

Don't buy WD-40 unless you want to destroy your cube.

The silicon spray is a little better.

if you are poor, you should get Traxxas.

 

[RandomCubingGuy]

how about maru lube? idk about traxxas i feel like it will make my cube feel gummy and cheap.

 

[DeeDubb]

how about maru lube? idk about traxxas i feel like it will make my cube feel gummy and cheap.

Traxxas is 10x better than store bought silicon spray. it's basically the same as cubicle or lubix. For the price, it's the best stuff you'll find.

Maru lube is ok, but it dries up quickly from my experience.

 

[Andreaillest]

If you absolutely have to buy it in stores, I suggest CRC silicone spray. I still use it today and it works just fine. You can find it in wal-mart or automotive shop.

 

[Kirjava]

she only drinks maru

 

[ElectricDoodie]

idk about traxxas i feel like it will make my cube feel gummy and cheap.

Is this serious?
There is no way this guy is serious.

If you don't want it to feel gummy, then don't put too much and learn how to apply it.

Now, the cheap comment... there is no way you're serious.

 

[NewCuber000]

I put 3 sweeps of Jigaloo on my cube, it's drying while dissembled now. For future reference, am I supposed to reassemble it first THEN let it dry, Maybe work it in before drying, or something completely different for the best results? If so, please explain (I already mildly damaged one of my Edge pieces doing the 4 corner pop 2 min work-in strategy, but it thankfully wasn't really damaged in a way it would affect the cube).

 

[Dong]

Umm, you did it right, to the best of my knowledge. Dissembled*
And Jig-A-Loo softens the plastic for a bit, so just don't gouge out your cube or something.

 

[shanky cuber]

TORNADO SILICON 250CST (50ml)

hi i am from india i found this lube http://www.ebay.in/itm/TORNADO-SILICON-250CST-50ml-/131316948546?_trksid=p2054897.l5659 on ebay is this lube safe to use on a dayan zhanchi and what is the viscosity what does cst mean other options i have are 10000 cst and 30000 cst which one should i get anything like lubix or traxxas will do please help
thanks in advance

 

[Leo123]

hi i am from india i found this lube http://www.ebay.in/itm/TORNADO-SILICON-250CST-50ml-/131316948546?_trksid=p2054897.l5659 on ebay is this lube safe to use on a dayan zhanchi and what is the viscosity what does cst mean other options i have are 10000 cst and 30000 cst which one should i get anything like lubix or traxxas will do please help
thanks in advance

I was wondering the same thing. I think the silicone you found should be safe but I can't guarrentee that. Lubix is the sort of lube for a zhanchi but I can't seem to find it in stores.

 

[Lchu613]

Lubix is a specialized brand of cube lube made of silicone oil, which is the same stuff as Traxxas and many other lubes that are usually used for other purposes
Traxxas and other R/C diff oils are usually a better value than Lubix

Recommended viscosities range from 10k to 50k wt Traxxas (or other brand) differential oil (which you can approximately convert to cst)

Not sure what 250 cst would equate to but iirc that seems really thin?

 

[Leo123]

Lubix is a specialized brand of cube lube made of silicone oil, which is the same stuff as Traxxas and many other lubes that are usually used for other purposes
Traxxas and other R/C diff oils are usually a better value than Lubix

Recommended viscosities range from 10k to 50k wt Traxxas (or other brand) differential oil (which you can approximately convert to cst)

Not sure what 250 cst would equate to but iirc that seems really thin?

I literally never knew that traxxxas was made from silicone.

 

[Berd]

I literally never knew that traxxxas was made from silicone.

The more you know ...

 

[Antonie faz fan]

this entire thread is thats what she said joke .

 

[Berd]

this entire thread is thats what she said joke .

Mmmmm [emoji8]

 

[PenguinsDontFly]

Is cubicle weight three good for lubing an aosu or should I get lighter weight lube to make it faster? Also, which parts of the aosu am I supposed to lube? Same thing with the lingpo, I dont know where to lube since most tutorials of lubing 2x2s show wittwos or dayans and the lingpo uses a very defferent mechanism