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Boeshield T9 lubricant

Discussion in 'Product Reviews' started by Slimmjay, Jan 13, 2016.

  1. Jan 13, 2016 at 11:35 PM
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    Slimmjay

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    Just wanted to throw it out there for anyone with Uniball UCA's. I was using dry Teflon lube on my Camburg arms as was recommended by almost everyone I've talked to. I purchased my control arms used and they weren't all that well taken care of, the uniballs were very dirty and a small amount of surface corrosion was starting to show. I kept having to reapply every few days to stop the horrid squeaking/creaking and the Teflon lube would attract a lot of dirt and grime.

    Then I found this stuff, it's been over a month and a half since I just sprayed this to the top of the uniballs. Zero creaking since and the uniballs stay much cleaner than with the Teflon lube. I drive 50+ miles a day commuting in this lovely (rainy) Seattle weather for work and take plenty of trips up to the mountain passes so they definitely get used and abused.

    I just cleaned the uniballs and reapplied the T9 today since I had things apart to make some adjustment. The surface corrosion i had is all gone and all the surfaces in the Uniball assembly were very well lubricated. I just sprayed the T9 over everything then wiped everything down before it dried as per the instructions. Then just applied some more T9.

    Within a minute of spraying the T9 to the top of the uniballs I could see it seep all the way through down to the underside of the lower misalignment spacers. Much better penetration than the Teflon lubricant.

    I found it at a local ship supply store, but you can also get it at Www.boeshield.com.

    Anybody else have any experience with this stuff? So far it's been a godsend. I'm sure it would work great for any other exposed parts you want to keep lubricated.image.jpg
     
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  2. Jan 14, 2016 at 1:38 AM
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    I've used T9 on camera equipment here in Hawaii. It works great. Another great product is this lube called Corrosion Block. I believe its available at West Marine. Corrosion Block has stopped rust and corrosion on our camera equipment for 6 seasons of "Lost". I've used it on my coilovers and rear shocks to clean off surface rust. Works wonders but I've never tried it on UCA uniballs.
     
  3. Feb 14, 2016 at 6:13 AM
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    I have used it for 2 years on my uniball, every winter I spray and wipe my frame, all front suspension parts, shocks and coilovers, it's a 2010 and no signs of oxidation or rust, dries to a waxy finish that's dry to touch and doesn't collect a lot of dirt, better than fluid film imo. It also stopped all the noises I was having and lasts a really long time.
    I also used it on the wife's Nissan that had rust and it has prevented it from getting worse, also safe on all surfaces so I rub down my armor and fender liners, love this stuff
     
  4. Mar 17, 2016 at 6:36 PM
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    Interesting. I may have to grab some when I overhaul my UCAs in the near future. I've just been using the "dry" telfon they sell at bike stores and it attracts dirt like a magnet.
     
  5. Jul 19, 2017 at 6:59 AM
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    I've heard this stuff fixes squeaky leafs as well.
     
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  6. Jul 25, 2017 at 8:01 AM
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    It did for a little while but then the squeaks returned on my Dakars (~1 month). Fluid Film on the other hand has completely squashed all squeaks going on 6 months now. I soaked the replacement uniballs I installed in my UCAs with Boeshield and never had one squeak nor does it attract dust like the teflon dry lubes did. Highly recommend both products.
     
  7. Jul 25, 2017 at 8:04 AM
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    Got a link to the specific Fluid Film you used? Also, can you just spray this or the Boeshield directly on the uniball portion of an installed UCA?
     
  8. Jul 25, 2017 at 8:08 AM
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    yes it does. blast it in there.
     
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  9. Jul 25, 2017 at 8:14 AM
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    I've used Boeshield for years and have had good results, however after some time I noticed a small amount of "sludge" build so I decided to try other lubricants.
    I used it as an anti-corrosion lubricant on CNC machines so the lubricant was in contact with my coolant, this may explain the sludge build that I encountered.
    On any other applications it's been a god-sent lubricant.
    Here are my favorite lubricants:


    CRC-336
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    Boeshield T-9
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    Rustlick 606
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    Ever since trying these I stay away from WD-40 :anonymous:

    Just an honest opinion as a machinist.
     
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    http://www.fluid-film.com/ Lowe's is the most convenient place to buy it for me but they have their retailers on that website.

    I apply the Boeshield directly to the uniball and let it do it's thing. The fluid film would probably work it's way through and be fine but it's more viscous than Boeshield.

    Ever since buying FF/Boeshield I sneer at the can of WD-40 in my garage. It's great at cleaning off adhesive and plastidip but beyond that I have no use for it as a lubricant.
     
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  11. Jul 25, 2017 at 8:16 AM
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    I've used it on bike chains, but there are other wax lubes that are easier to find around here for that. Wax lubes keep things cleaner and don't attract dirt and dust, but they need to be applied more often to friction surfaces. Does a great job protecting non-friction surfaces for longer periods of time. Just be sure to keep applying it so things don't run dry.
     
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    Just ordered a can of it to spray on my Fox coilovers and rear shocks. May use some on my Dakar's as well depending on whether or not they squeak once installed.
     
  13. Jul 27, 2017 at 8:36 PM
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    I'm considering using this soon to winterize my truck . I'm looking into either this or amsoil hdmp or fluid film to coat the entire frame and underside of the truck . I understand that it dries to waxy film which doesn't collect dust and dirt .
     
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  14. Jul 28, 2017 at 6:28 AM
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    Should work great. If I recall, it was invented for marine applications, like to spray on marine engines to protect them.
     
  15. Jul 28, 2017 at 6:29 AM
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    You guys know if there is anything that Boeshield should NOT be sprayed on as far as suspension components, brakes, engine compartment is concerned??
     
  16. Jul 28, 2017 at 6:30 AM
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    I wouldn't get it on the rotors or pads, but it shouldn't hurt anything else.
     
  17. Jul 28, 2017 at 6:33 AM
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    Thanks, I was thinking the same thing. I want to hit my calipers/drums because those things get nasty quick.
     
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    Boeshield is a non-acetone carrier that delivers parrafin wax. it's almost safe to eat.

    T-9 will not harm paint, plastic, rubber, fiberglass or vinyl. It can be used on engines, wiring and belts. T-9 is nonconductive and will not cause short circuits, so it’s also safe to use on electronics.
     
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  19. Aug 12, 2017 at 4:12 AM
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    I use it on my mtn bike chain. Repels water and doesn't attract dirt. I imagine it would be great on our trucks.
     
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    Awesome for garage doors too, i put it on all the hinge points , make um a lot quieter and stays on there for long time
     

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