Needle lube for double action a/b

Yes it is used for lubricating moving metal parts. I consider it necessary. The part that wears will be the needle, so you will eventually experience degradation of quality. A bottle goes for around $5, so the next time you order something online, see if the store carries it. That bottle will last you a very long time as a little dab will do ya.

I've heard it's basically glycerin which can be bought at the local pharmacy. You don't want to use 3'n1 or sewing machine lube as that can end up in your paint job.

Ok, thanks Bgrigg. The idea struck me to use 3 n' 1 oil, but then reality hit that said, hey dummy!

Hey bill how do you apply the glycerin to your AB nozzle? and/or to the other AB parts?..thanks

Simple answer is with your finger.

I use Medea Super Lube for one very major reason. My LHS stocked it!

I smear it on the front two thirds of the needle, and wipe the excess off on the mechanism at the back. I haven't actually busted my brush down for a major cleaning yet. I'll give all the moving bits a touch of the lube. It takes only a drip to cover the needle, don't use too much, it's just plain wasteful.

Thanks for the Tip Bill

Bgrigg wrote:

Simple answer is with your finger. I use Medea Super Lube for one very major reason. My LHS stocked it! I smear it on the front two thirds of the needle, and wipe the excess off on the mechanism at the back. I haven't actually busted my brush down for a major cleaning yet. I'll give all the moving bits a touch of the lube. It takes only a drip to cover the needle, don't use too much, it's just plain wasteful.

Just put the lube on the front half of the needle, anything beyond that is a waste of lube and can possibly cause the needle to slip in the needle chuck.

Thanks mike. Will Glycerine do? or is it wise to get the bottled AB Lube?