I read all the reviews and plan on getting some. Will a drop of oil help to slide them apart? Thanks.
1326077
No. The way to separate them is slide the top one off the rest of the stack. I can easily separate them by pushing the top one off with my thumb while holding the others in my other hand.
1515227
Mine does not creak. Are they new?? Maybe they need lube on pivot points. Do not use oil/lube in the compression area as a special lube has to be used there. Reason.. the oil diesels and can damage seals/parts. Contact RWS/seller if they are new for service or help.
85151
No oil needed. I heated them for about an hour on 450 and let them cool just to test them. Just make sure you remember to keep them dried after you wash them. Never use steel wool. A wooden spoon works great to remove stuck on mess. I spray a little Pam in them if I am going to store them away for awhile.
1027708
I did. I put in what I could fit and then the rest when the oil was low enough. I know for sure it can't hurt and it's not that expensive. I bought extra bottles in case I need them but so far I haven't. Hope this helps you. Ami.
69973
I think I would reach down to the joints far enough to squirt some WD40 into the them. Then gradually start working the joints a little at a time. You probably have some corrosion in those joints, but I bet they will loosen up with some lubrication and gentle persuasion. Let us know how you do with it.
2211475
Yes If you tighten down the nuts good and tight they should not move just from the vibrations and stuff. You may want to re-tighten once in a while.
1491224
yes , it will only help. Pressure treated wood today needs the help. Oil base would be better
98741
If you pay this much for high quality bits, I recommend the use of a cutting oil. The oil can be applied manually and still be effective. If you are only drilling soft metals or thin steel, there wear without oil will be minimal.
967749
It should come right off. Apply something like WD-40, let it sit for enough time to let the oil work. If the oil hasn't worked tap it with a hammer from different angles to help release it.
933747
I haven't had any trouble with my not oiling right. I wonder - could the blade be to tight, it needs about 1/4 3/8th in play..
1868849
My wife actually got them apart. Try soaking them in hot, then cold water. Particularly cold (icy) water on the inside and very hot on the outside bowl. Be patient and repeat. Use a thin knife. Plastic or something flimsyer than the bowls, and work to pry them apart. Really have to be patient or you'll break them. Wife said she spent all day working on them. I think the detergent idea from the other poster is good too. That stuff is slippery and should loosen them up.
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Yes slide on and off held only by frictionHowever I assume they would eventually get looseThey are cheap just try a bunchThe original ones I got at a college bookstore were silicone. Awesome but expensive. There are some solid color firm vinyl ones on market, no good. Check to be sure the ones listed are what i got but they were a translucent gummy bear type material and comfy. Petroleum hand lotions attack and made mine sticky The ones I kept clean are years old I cant tell you if this listing is same as i bought some time back and have bought from several placesI have muscular issues and they work great for grip Yes slide on and off held only by frictionHowever I assume they would eventually get looseThey are cheap just try a bunchThe original ones I got at a college bookstore were silicone. Awesome but expensive. There are some solid color firm vinyl ones on market, no good. Check to be sure the ones listed are what i got but they were a translucent gummy bear type material and comfy. Petroleum hand lotions attack and made mine sticky The ones I kept clean are years old I cant tell you if this listing is same as i bought some time back and have bought from... » Read More Yes slide on and off held only by frictionHowever I assume they would eventually get looseThey are cheap just try a bunchThe original ones I got at a college bookstore were silicone. Awesome but expensive. There are some solid color firm vinyl ones on market, no good. Check to be sure the ones listed are what i got but they were a translucent gummy bear type material and comfy. Petroleum hand lotions attack and made mine sticky The ones I kept clean are years old I cant tell you if this listing is same as i bought some time back and have bought from several placesI have muscular issues and they work great for grip « Show Less
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Yes, a small cut towards the very top. So only drops will come out. Oil is thick you only need a few drops.
227662
Google it or xall themanufacturer.... as far as oil I'm certain you will need the oil ..... Andit's possible the seals are ruined anyway
1819989
Get an inexpensive 30 weight oil. What you are oiling is the bar so the blade slides through it without sticking. Since the oil is thrown off, you do not want to spend a lot of money on it. They actually make a chain saw oil that is probably recycled oil but I have not been able to find any.
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yes and clean them with a brush too. makes them wear a little better. I oil them before use and then again after cleaning.
94779
I don't think I would. There is no separate area for any additional oils and I would think the mechanism would get gummed up after a time. Just my opinion...