Which grease for barrel threads and shoulder into action on SR BR gun

[Edd]

I think Molykote P-37 Is the best product for this application.

 

[LVLAaron]

Used motor oil

 

[gunsandgunsmithing]

Used motor oil

Federal Mogul cam/assembly lube is great too. I use it on bolt lugs a lot as well as threads, Just a teeny bit on the lugs is all it takes. If you've ever messed with that stuff, you know ya can't hardly wipe it off your hands and it super slick and handles pressure too. Hard to beat really. I prefer the new stuff vs the used though! Lol! Most parts stores have it but not all brands are the same. Good stuff!

edit...I just looked at my bottle. It's permatex ultra slick engine assembly lube. This is the same as the federal mogul stuff. It's red in color. It's a very thick liquid, kinda like honey or molasses. Give it a try sometime. A 4 ounce bottle will last years.

 

[JEFFPPC]

Been using a dab of Never Sieze for years, never 1 problem.

 

[gunsandgunsmithing]

Been using a dab of Never Sieze for years, never 1 problem.

Other than about a dozen ruined pairs of jeans over the years! Lol!

 

[Kracken McGraw]

Used motor oil

The real sweet stuff comes out of the motor of a real tall windmill, just be sure to hang on a little if the wind is blowing.

 

[WSnyder]

But for some weird reason, the break away torque needed to loosen the barrels was extremely excessive. This occurred with four different receivers and multiple barrels.

That’s one thing I think the TW25B is better at than some of the EP grease’s.

 

[JEFFPPC]

Other than about a dozen ruined pairs of jeans over the years! Lol!

Lol,, the only thing that saves me is the shop apron my wife made me. It's amazing how that stuff can get around.

 

[Rick300]

Champion aircraft spark plug anti seize has worked well for me on threads and shoulder. I use it simply because I had one left over from my flying days.

 

[gunsandgunsmithing]

The reason most anti seize lubes have aluminum/nickel etc in them is so they leave a film between the two parts when the grease gets cooked off in high heat areas, like exhaust manifold bolts etc. That silver coating will generally be there for years, even if the bolt is seriously rusted/corroded. As such, the two parts don't rust to one another, making removal easier. It's great stuff for that but really doesn't do much in that regard in our application of rifle bbl threads. It may or may not help with dissimilar metals but so will plain ol grease of just about any kind

 

[Kiwishooter]

Federal Mogul cam/assembly lube is great too. I use it on bolt lugs a lot as well as threads, Just a teeny bit on the lugs is all it takes. If you've ever messed with that stuff, you know ya can't hardly wipe it off your hands and it super slick and handles pressure too. Hard to beat really. I prefer the new stuff vs the used though! Lol! Most parts stores have it but not all brands are the same. Good stuff!

edit...I just looked at my bottle. It's permatex ultra slick engine assembly lube. This is the same as the federal mogul stuff. It's red in color. It's a very thick liquid, kinda like honey or molasses. Give it a try sometime. A 4 ounce bottle will last years.

I use that for neck turning, fantastic stuff

 

[WSnyder]

I use that for neck turning, fantastic stuff

I still have a bottle of Crane Cams cam assembly lube I got in the early 80's I use for neck turning. Still have lots to go before it's gone

 

[gunsandgunsmithing]

I still have a bottle of Crane Cams cam assembly lube I got in the early 80's I use for neck turning. Still have lots to go before it's gone

If it's the same as mine, it's crazy good for bolt lugs. Super slick and you can't hardly wipe the stuff off. It's main use is for engine camshaft break in, where it's gotta stay put for several minutes at temperature and while lifters and valve springs are trying to wipe it off while being bathed in hot oil! No wonder it stays put so well. Just a tiny bit on each lug is plenty, so a bottle will last for years. The main ingredient in this stuff is zinc, fwiw. I'm sure it's labeled under different names. I used to do custom engine building years ago but I can't remember what Crane used back then. I know Sealed Pow'r is the same stuff as the Federal Mogul but was dark green instead of dark red. FM bought out Sealed Pow'r several years back now..fwiw. Probably mid 90's ish.
Yep, good stuff. I've never found anything I like better on bolt lugs. Somebody should re-package it into a syringe to make it easier to apply. Can't beat it, IMO. Does stink a little bit but that's all I can think of to say negative about it.

 

[WSnyder]

Super slick and you can't hardly wipe the stuff off.

That’s the stuff!

 

[ronsatspokane]

Good to see everyone reach consensus.

I use Permatex Anti-seize Lubricant and not much of it. That stuff gets on everything.

 

[c3d4b2]

Galling can be a concern on Stainless - Stainless joints. Below is a decent explanation.

ANABCO Parts - Industrial Fasteners | Albany, GA

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[jnm300ultra]

Next barrel I'm going to use blue monster teflon tape.

Make sure to use the blue monster pipe dope also.
Are you a plumber also?
Best,
Jason

 

[Kracken McGraw]

Make sure to use the blue monster pipe dope also.
Are you a plumber also?
Best,
Jason

Is it good pipe dope?

 

[jnm300ultra]

I really don’t care too much about what brand pipe dope, I just prefer to use one with teflon. As long as I put some teflon tape and pipe dope on the gas pipe it won’t leak. The real trick is to install it plumber tight.
I’m sure you all know I was kidding about the pipe dope on the barrel threads.
Best,
Jason

 

[Sniperhandle]

If you use the GREEN pipe dope, Then you won't care what color teflon tape you use!