And again, thank you for doing THIS video. I buy a ton of preowned locks and padlock for the lock bundles that I sell and I absolutely refuse to resell locks that are grimy gritty and crusty. Everything is thoroughly scrubbed clean, and I have only been using Houdini, which I love. But, I have been using Tri-Flow in my bicycle break cables for over 30 years. It never occurred to me to use it in locks as a Houdini replacement. And you’re right about the Houdini spray nozzle, I have damn near blown padlocks right out of my hand with it. Unlike you, I love the smell. Keep up the good work.👍🏻
Kroil and 3 in 1 oil are the two that I use. I really enjoy your videos. They are informative and educational, and you do a heck of a good job presenting them. Thank you for your service to this Country and Semper Fi.
The problem is, after the lock reaches the public, WD40 is likely the #1 reached for lube, with maybe 3in1 oil being next. Thanks for the video educating us on this issue.
Thanks sandman..you just answered some questions I've had on lubing locks,for years I've took some aerosol sprays and transfer some to needle oilers to prevent the overspray and mess..
Man, why you gotta tempt the juvenile humor in me? 😂😂😂 Pretty sweet idea right there. Another thing I know squat about, getting a full primer is pretty sweet!!
Excellent video!! I love the attention to detail that I haven't seen from 99.9% of other picker videos. 2 questions, were do you find the good lubes for the locks? 2, which tubular lock impressioning tool do you recommend? I don't want to waste $ if I don't have to. Thanks
A most comprehensive analysis on lubricants! Honestly, the only time I apply a penetrant/lube to a lock is if it’s detectably sticky or corroded. P.S. What are your thoughts regarding CRC QD Electronic Cleaner?
I just saw someone post something about electronic cleaners and I want to try that now! I think that’s the way to go for locks that are absolutely gummed up.
This is information I have been wanting to know for some time now. Thanks for doing this video. Great tips, I have used brake cleaner and a lock lubricant for bringing locks back into service in locksport for some time now. Cheers
Thanks Sandman. There's quite some valueable information in here! Your takes about lock lube for locks that are actually in use and the tips with disk break cleaner and alcohol based cleaners are quite good. Also the comment about the time it takes to actually penetrate everything with a solution (especially if you haven't gutted everything) Let me put another recommendation out there out of my expierience working in an industry with even tighter tolerances: Isopropanol Might be a bit on the expensive side, but if you want a cleaner that actually evaporates without leaving anything back, that's what you wanna go for. Other alcohol based cleaners (including such cleaners for electronics) should probably work too. About Houdini: I first learned about it's existance when I got into this hobby. After checking it out, I remain so sceptical that I refrained from buying it so far. It spends so much time and effort saying what it is NOT, while avoiding to say what it actually is that it just seems sketchy. Also, the savety datasheet of Houdini states that it indeed contains oil. So there's that. That also explains your expierience that it didn't quite evaporate as you'd expect it to. What I do not understand at all in the locksports community is why you would you actually lube that locks? Cleaning them throughout and keeping them dry should be absolutly sufficient in most cases (unless you're dealing with really old, beaten up locks. They could probably use some) - unless the manufacturer states otherwise of course. If you really wanna use something to lube your locks regardless, use something like graphite or lithium (either dry or in a solvent that will evaporate and leave the dry product behind). But be aware that lubricant manufactures often state that these kinds of lubricant stay in place and work for something like 10-20 years (depending on the product). And use tiny amounts, as excess lube will gather somewhere and probably clog it up.
Great educational video sandman! I'll have to try some new lubes.. usually I just use dry lock spray . But it does spray back at me.. if the pins are janky. And sticking.. I put a fee drops of a cleaner.. then like 2 drops of gun lube . That works pretty ok. Keeps them lubed for a while.. but I do need to use better stuff haha. Thanks again for the info! Keep up the great vids!
Yo Sandman!!!! And I know this is way off topic from this video, but I got a question, and I know if anybody was to know, it would most definitely be you!!! I've been looking at the Ksec picks. I don't know why they catch my eye every time I look at them, I think maybe it's just the handle. I've emailed them, I've read everything on their site, I can't find out what type of metal they're using, let alone find a review on their picks. They do got them in two different thicknesses. But yeah, if you know anything about them just let me know. Thank you again my friend for everything you do for this community!! Looking forward to your next review, my friend!! 🔒🔒🔒
I personally believe that solids (graphite) does not belong in precision mechanisms. I know it was traditionally used everywhere - but nowadays there are better things to use. I had good experience with spray (light oil). Synthetic ones stay on liquid (no gumming) for very long time and are now fairly inexpensive.
I use mineral oil. It’s clear and cheap. I heard from someone that it’s a major ingredient in Houdini. There’s no way to fact check that since no one knows the special sauce, but it works very well.
It probably won't matter too much for locksports, but oil based lubricants tend to gather dust, dirt and abrasive particles and over time the oil gets thicker. Both things tend to clog up over the course of months/years.
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And again, thank you for doing THIS video. I buy a ton of preowned locks and padlock for the lock bundles that I sell and I absolutely refuse to resell locks that are grimy gritty and crusty. Everything is thoroughly scrubbed clean, and I have only been using Houdini, which I love. But, I have been using Tri-Flow in my bicycle break cables for over 30 years. It never occurred to me to use it in locks as a Houdini replacement. And you’re right about the Houdini spray nozzle, I have damn near blown padlocks right out of my hand with it. Unlike you, I love the smell. Keep up the good work.👍🏻
Such a useful video on lock lubricants! Thanks Sandman!
The other thread was going nuts with it, and I was currently watching this video when I noticed.. HAPPY 5K SANDMAN
Kroil and 3 in 1 oil are the two that I use. I really enjoy your videos. They are informative and educational, and you do a heck of a good job presenting them. Thank you for your service to this Country and Semper Fi.
Thank you!
@sandman_locksport just curious why you use triflow wet lube and not the triflow dry lube?
The problem is, after the lock reaches the public, WD40 is likely the #1 reached for lube, with maybe 3in1 oil being next. Thanks for the video educating us on this issue.
Thanks sandman..you just answered some questions I've had on lubing locks,for years I've took some aerosol sprays and transfer some to needle oilers to prevent the overspray and mess..
Man, why you gotta tempt the juvenile humor in me? 😂😂😂
Pretty sweet idea right there. Another thing I know squat about, getting a full primer is pretty sweet!!
Hey I recognize that challenge lock! lol great video man. I love both Tri-Flow and Houdini. Have you tried LPS1? It was recommended to me
Havnt tried it. Is that your challenge lock? I have no idea how I got it.
@@sandman_locksport looks like it, sent it to you with the Master 19
Always wondered about lubricant but not enough to look it up myself. Lazy I know.. Thanks for the info. Awesome video
Tri flow is the goat
Could you comment on another major category: dry film teflon/ ceramic sprays with some kind of evaporating carrier like Dupont Non-Stick Dry Film lub.
Perhaps this is the same category as TriFlow which comes as squeeze bottle as shown or a blow our the lock spray?
I only have experience with what I covered in the video.
Sort of a side question.. I lost the straw for my can of Houdini. Anyone have any suitable replacements?
Maybe a coffee straw? Otherwise Amazon is your friend
LPS #1
Excellent video!! I love the attention to detail that I haven't seen from 99.9% of other picker videos. 2 questions, were do you find the good lubes for the locks? 2, which tubular lock impressioning tool do you recommend? I don't want to waste $ if I don't have to. Thanks
I just buy what I need on Amazon. You don’t need a tubular Lock impressioning tool, you’re only going to find them on bike locks and vending machines.
Is there anything wrong with using ballistol?
Never used it. Stick to my recommendations, you can’t go wrong with them.
A most comprehensive analysis on lubricants! Honestly, the only time I apply a penetrant/lube to a lock is if it’s detectably sticky or corroded. P.S. What are your thoughts regarding CRC QD Electronic Cleaner?
I just saw someone post something about electronic cleaners and I want to try that now! I think that’s the way to go for locks that are absolutely gummed up.
This is information I have been wanting to know for some time now. Thanks for doing this video. Great tips, I have used brake cleaner and a lock lubricant for bringing locks back into service in locksport for some time now. Cheers
Thanks Sandman. There's quite some valueable information in here!
Your takes about lock lube for locks that are actually in use and the tips with disk break cleaner and alcohol based cleaners are quite good. Also the comment about the time it takes to actually penetrate everything with a solution (especially if you haven't gutted everything)
Let me put another recommendation out there out of my expierience working in an industry with even tighter tolerances: Isopropanol
Might be a bit on the expensive side, but if you want a cleaner that actually evaporates without leaving anything back, that's what you wanna go for. Other alcohol based cleaners (including such cleaners for electronics) should probably work too.
About Houdini: I first learned about it's existance when I got into this hobby. After checking it out, I remain so sceptical that I refrained from buying it so far. It spends so much time and effort saying what it is NOT, while avoiding to say what it actually is that it just seems sketchy. Also, the savety datasheet of Houdini states that it indeed contains oil. So there's that. That also explains your expierience that it didn't quite evaporate as you'd expect it to.
What I do not understand at all in the locksports community is why you would you actually lube that locks? Cleaning them throughout and keeping them dry should be absolutly sufficient in most cases (unless you're dealing with really old, beaten up locks. They could probably use some) - unless the manufacturer states otherwise of course. If you really wanna use something to lube your locks regardless, use something like graphite or lithium (either dry or in a solvent that will evaporate and leave the dry product behind). But be aware that lubricant manufactures often state that these kinds of lubricant stay in place and work for something like 10-20 years (depending on the product). And use tiny amounts, as excess lube will gather somewhere and probably clog it up.
Great educational video sandman! I'll have to try some new lubes.. usually I just use dry lock spray . But it does spray back at me.. if the pins are janky. And sticking.. I put a fee drops of a cleaner.. then like 2 drops of gun lube . That works pretty ok. Keeps them lubed for a while.. but I do need to use better stuff haha.
Thanks again for the info! Keep up the great vids!
Yo Sandman!!!! And I know this is way off topic from this video, but I got a question, and I know if anybody was to know, it would most definitely be you!!! I've been looking at the Ksec picks. I don't know why they catch my eye every time I look at them, I think maybe it's just the handle. I've emailed them, I've read everything on their site, I can't find out what type of metal they're using, let alone find a review on their picks. They do got them in two different thicknesses. But yeah, if you know anything about them just let me know. Thank you again my friend for everything you do for this community!! Looking forward to your next review, my friend!! 🔒🔒🔒
I know nothing about them, other than they are Chinese and way overpriced.
Very nice video. I Also agree as a Luthier/ guitar Tech and locksporter…
I personally believe that solids (graphite) does not belong in precision mechanisms. I know it was traditionally used everywhere - but nowadays there are better things to use. I had good experience with spray (light oil). Synthetic ones stay on liquid (no gumming) for very long time and are now fairly inexpensive.
I use mineral oil. It’s clear and cheap. I heard from someone that it’s a major ingredient in Houdini. There’s no way to fact check that since no one knows the special sauce, but it works very well.
It probably won't matter too much for locksports, but oil based lubricants tend to gather dust, dirt and abrasive particles and over time the oil gets thicker. Both things tend to clog up over the course of months/years.