Posted on 09/05/2012 4:09:22 PM PDT by Kartographer
We discovered that the regular issue Cleaner, Lubricant, Protectant (CLP) [which is a Mil-Spec lubricant, sold commercially under the trade name "Break Free CLP".] CLP was contributing to the problem more than fixing it. It is true that we cleaned our weapons daily sometimes two or three times depending on conditions and enemy activity. Our M16/ M4s would function properly as long as they were cleaned routinely. Problems would occur when troops were engaged for prolonged times and couldn't risk breaking down their weapons to clean out all the dirt. We would simply pour in more CLP. An AR-15 type rifle will fire and function dirty as long as it is liberally lubricated. The problem is the more oil you pore down the bolt and into the chamber the more dirt it collects. What we discovered is that using Mobil1 synthetic motor oil usually in a 0w30 or 5w30 works much better than the CLP. At $10 per quart it is on the expensive side as motor oils go. But when compared to CLP or Rem Oil that are usually sold in 6 ounce containers at $5 to $6 it is much more cost effective. We also experimented with it on out crew served weapon systems. We found it to out perform the (Lubricant, Small Arms (LSA) used on the M2 (.50 Cal Browning machinegun) and MK-19 (40mm grenade launcher).
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I’m not sure what I’d use it for, other than removing rust. In general, I don’t use it on firearms, so cannot comment on its suitability. I use it to free rusted bolts on machinery. I clean it off, and use a heavier oil or grease when reassembling. I have never seen 3-in-1 or Kroil damage finishes.
Note that I’m not claiming to be an expert on gun cleaning ... I merely mention a few things that I find useful.
I’d rather have the dust and dry heat here in NM rather than humidity. In a pinch,I have used Wd-40 for short term cleaning of guns.
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Got 2, shootin' and treasure hunting/prospecting :-)
Kinda tough trying to get in decent time while working 50-70 hours a week though...
As an aside, your mention of Zippo Fuel reminds me, Naptha is the primary to sole ingriediant in most fuel additives for cleaning the fuel system/carbs/intake. A can of the “additive” costs about 5X the equivalent size of lighter fluid (and I’ve used the stuff a lot in the past).
Thanks. I will look into those.
I am good, hope you are the same.
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