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BlueXJ
09-26-2009, 03:36 PM
Before you read to the end, do you know what the main ingredient of WD-40 is?

I had a neighbor who had bought a new pickup. I got up very early one Sunday morning and saw that someone had spray painted red all around the sides of this beige truck (for some unknown reason). I went over, woke him up, and told him the bad news. He was very upset and was trying to figure out what to do probably nothing until Monday morning, since nothing was open.

Another neighbor came out and told him to get his WD-40 and clean it off. It removed the unwanted paint beautifully and did not harm his paint job that was on the truck. I'm impressed! WD-40 who knew? 'Water Displacement #40'. The product began from a search for rust preventative solvent and de greaser to protect missile parts. WD-40 was created in 1953 by three technicians at the San Diego Rocket Chemical Company. Its name comes from the project that was to find a 'water displacement' compound. They were successful with the fortieth formulation, thus WD-40. The Convair Company bought it in bulk to protect their atlas missile parts.

Ken East (one of the original founders) says there is nothing in WD-40 that would hurt you. When you read the 'shower door' part, try it. It's the first thing that has ever cleaned that spotty shower door. If yours is plastic, it works just as well as glass. It's a miracle! Then try it on your stove top..... Voila! It's now shinier than it's ever been. You'll be amazed..

Here are some other uses:

1. Protects silver from tarnishing.
2. Removes road tar and grime from cars.
3. Cleans and lubricates guitar 20 strings.
4. Gives floors that 'just-waxed' sheen without making them slippery.
5. Keeps flies off cows.
6. Restores and cleans chalkboards.
7. Removes lipstick stains.
8. Loosens stubborn zippers.
9. Untangles jewelry chains.
10. Removes stains from stainless steel sinks.
11. Removes dirt and grime from the barbecue grill.
12. Keeps ceramic/terra cotta garden pots from oxidizing.
13. Removes tomato stains from clothing.
14. Keeps glass shower doors free of water spots.
15. Camouflages scratches in ceramic and marble floors.
16. Keeps scissors working smoothly.
17. Lubricates noisy door hinges on vehicles and doors in homes.
18. Bug guts will eat away the finish on your car if not removed quickly! Use WD-40!
20. Gives a children's playground gym slide a shine for a super fast slide.
21. Lubricates gear shift and mower deck lever for ease of handling on riding mowers.
22. Rids kids rocking chairs and swings of squeaky noises.
23. Lubricates tracks in sticking home windows and makes them easier to open.
24. Spraying an umbrella stem makes it easier to open and close.
25. Restores and cleans padded leather dashboards in vehicles, as well as vinyl bumpers.
26. Restores and cleans roof racks on vehicles.
27. Lubricates and stops squeaks in electric fans.
28. Lubricates wheel sprocket s on tricycles, wagons, and bicycles for easy handling.
29. Lubricates fan belts on washers and dryers and keeps them running smoothly.
30. Keeps rust from forming on saws and saw blades, and other tools.
31. Removes splattered grease on stove.
32. Keeps bathroom mirror from fogging.
33. Lubricates prosthetic limbs.
34. Keeps pigeons off the balcony (they hate the smell).
35. Removes all traces of duct tape.
36. Folks even spray it on their arms, hands, and knees to relieve arthritis pain.
37. Florida 's favorite use is: 'cleans and removes love bugs from grills and bumpers.
38. The favorite use in the state of New York , WD-40 protects the Statue of Liberty from the elements.
39. WD-40 attracts fish. Spray a little on live bait or lures and you will be catching the big one in no time. Also, it's a lot cheaper than the chemical attractants that are made for just that purpose. Keep
in mind though, using some chemical laced baits or lures for fishing are not allowed in some states..
40. Use it for fire ant bites. It takes the sting away immediately and stops the itch.
41. WD-40 is great for removing crayon from walls. Spray on the mark and wipe with a clean rag.
42. Also, if you've discovered that your teenage daughter has washed and dried a tube of lipstick with load of laundry, saturate the lipstick spots with WD-40 and re wash. Presto! The lipstick is gone!
43. If you sprayed WD-40 on the distributor cap, it would displace the moisture and allow the car to start.

P. S. The basic ingredient is FISH OIL!

xjjeepthing
09-26-2009, 04:05 PM
Nice find!!!!

BlueXJ
09-26-2009, 04:09 PM
Nice find!!!!

Actually came in an e-mail from a Jeep friend!!!

ol"blue
09-26-2009, 05:04 PM
Great info Blue.:thumbsup:

TXstiGUY
09-26-2009, 08:21 PM
That shit is truly amazing and truly works :thumbsup:

4.3LXJ
09-26-2009, 09:39 PM
Now, after all that, anybody know what WD40 means?




WAter Displacement formula #40. It was developed for the military to displace water. Later marketed as we know it today.

Voldemort
09-26-2009, 11:57 PM
We have always used it on the piston walls and block before storage and I always keep some with me on the trail .

2000XJ
09-27-2009, 01:35 AM
I've used WD-40 for a few of those things on the list, but by no stretch of the imagination did I even think that it could be used for that much stuff. Nor did I know that the main ingredient was Fish Oil.... that's just crazy!

Mudderoy
09-27-2009, 08:43 AM
Actually came in an e-mail from a Jeep friend!!!

Nice open then!

BlueXJ
09-27-2009, 09:37 AM
Now, after all that, anybody know what WD40 means?




WAter Displacement formula #40. It was developed for the military to displace water. Later marketed as we know it today.

All that is in the text above. Just gotta read the whole thing.

TXstiGUY
09-27-2009, 11:16 AM
When all else fails WD-40 it :driving:

_StationWagon_
09-27-2009, 12:45 PM
Now if only they could find an ingredient to make it smell better. No way am I using that stinky in my shower!

Good stuff!

prerunner1982
09-28-2009, 04:27 PM
"Formulation

WD-40's formula is a trade secret. The product is not patented in order to avoid completely disclosing its ingredients.[2] WD-40's main ingredients, according to U.S. Material Safety Data Sheet information, are:

* 50%: Stoddard solvent (i.e., mineral spirits -- primarily hexane, somewhat similar to kerosene)
* 25%: Liquefied petroleum gas (presumably as a propellant; carbon dioxide is now used instead to reduce WD-40's considerable flammability)
* 15+%: Mineral oil (light lubricating oil)
* 10-%: Inert ingredients

The German version of the mandatory EU safety sheet lists the following safety-relevant ingredients:

* 60-80%: Heavy Naphtha (petroleum product), hydrogen treated
* 1-5%: Carbon dioxide

It further lists flammability and effects to the human skin when repeatedly exposed to WD-40 as risks when using WD-40. Nitrile rubber gloves and safety glasses should be used. Water is unsuitable for extinguishing burning WD-40.

There is a popular urban legend that the key ingredient in WD-40 is fish oil.[3]"

Also confirmed on Snopes, for which they obtained a list of the above modified by WD-40.

http://www.snopes.com/inboxer/household/wd-40.asp

xj4life2
09-28-2009, 04:32 PM
Who'd a thought , some I knew bt I can add more to my list thanks !! We always used it as kids to get the water outta the Dist when the car would stall out. Gonna have to try the bait one, I need all the help I can get !!

COSXJFAN
09-28-2009, 04:45 PM
It can also be used as a starting fluid for diesel engines. My diesel tech teacher used to use it all the time for that!!