NEW Ultimate Lube - Joysticks & Otherwise

koolmoecraig

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On the topic of lube for joysticks I thought I would share...

This silicone grease made by Honda is roundly considered in automotive circles to be the best lubricant in existence. It's called Shin-Etsu. One tube will last a long time and it is worth every penny. I use it on all of my joysticks.

Put it on any rubber grommets and it will essentially bring them back to life. Use it on any rubber trim. Put it on spinner bearings, track ball rollers, anything. It works head and shoulders above any white lithium or spray lubricants I have ever tried on controls and I have tried them all.

Anyway. It's a well kept secret that should be used more in the arcade scene:

Genuine Honda 08798-9013 Silicone Grease https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GD49GTS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_d.OHybR19WYSA
 
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I've been using and recommending automotive silicone grease for a while. It is great for just about everything. Spinners, Monroe sticks, Battlezone sticks, Pole Position steering wheels, etc. You only need to use a tiny amount on each stick, and I apply it with a toothpick, exactly where you want it to go, and it stays there. I get it at any auto parts store for about $7 for a large tube.

I haven't heard of this particular brand, but I'm curious if it's any different. I can't imagine silicone greases varying by that much, but I'd be interested if anyone's done a comparison.
 
Craig is probably on to something here. The base oil will be synthetic and the silicon and urea thickeners are excellent for moisture resistance and oxidation. Shin-Etsu is a very reputable chemical manufacturer based out of Japan.

Greases can vary quite a bit but for our applications moisture resistance and oxidation would be the biggest concern since heat is not as big of a deal.

Oxidation is the issue with the white lithium grease compounds and others. When they oxidize they create sludge, varnish, gum, and acids. When this happens your stick will start to seize. Probably why Nintendo recommended a frequent lubrication.
 
I have used differential lube for RC cars on my Donkey Kong joystick. I don't know the name but it looks like black lithium grease... It comes in a tiny tube - I used it once two years ago and still working great...
 
Was thinking of using pinball resources lube on my joysticks or should I by the teflon Lube?
 
Funny thread resurrection timing.... I just used some Super Lube yesterday to fix something. The 3 oz tube I bought many years ago is almost gone. The HF hyperlink above from 7 years ago is still good!
 
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