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Kevin Ruddell

 

From:
Toledo Ohio USA
Post  Posted 31 Dec 2006 10:06 am    
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Any suggestions on what to use to lubricate my 53 Fender Dual Pro's tuning machines ?
I gave them a shot of super lubricant when I bought it almost 3 years ago through the "lollipop " slot but it's probably time to unscrew the assembly apart and do it right .
I did a few SGF searchs but maybe because of my confusion with the new interface I didn't get any results.
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Erv Niehaus


From:
Litchfield, MN, USA
Post  Posted 31 Dec 2006 12:32 pm    
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I unscrew the tuning pans from the guitar and apply some white lithium grease to the gears. I buy it at auto parts stores.
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Lynn Oliver


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Redmond, Washington USA * R.I.P.
Post  Posted 1 Jan 2007 12:34 am    
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Frank Ford recommends Tri-Flow lubricant for tuning machines.
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Don Kona Woods


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Hawaiian Kama'aina
Post  Posted 1 Jan 2007 1:27 am    
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Lynn,
What stores carry Tri-Flow lubricant?

Aloha, Smile
Don
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Ron

 

From:
Hermiston, Oregon
Post  Posted 1 Jan 2007 8:18 am    
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I want some good oil for the old tuners like on Stells from the 30 and Klusons enclosed. Nothing seems to work good.

I lube a lot all the parts and through the peg head and use my power string winder but I am not satisfied .

Robro Ron
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Lynn Oliver


From:
Redmond, Washington USA * R.I.P.
Post  Posted 1 Jan 2007 9:43 am    
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Tri-Flow is sold in bike stores, although I'm sure you can find an online source if you can't find it locally. Here is the article on Frets.com: Tune Up Your Gears!
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