lubricating morse cables

[Sniper]

Can someone tell me whether or not it is OK to lubricate morse cables? I've seen some advice that oil can cause the liner to swell.

Many thanks

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[boatless]

Recent experience would have me contact the manufacture to ask. I've always greased/teflond/oiled gear and brake cables on bicycles. Shimano cable outers on my daughter's bike recently became so swollen that the gearset springs couldn't pull the cables back through.

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[Evadne]

Best to ask Morse, but silicone oil isn't absorbed by organic materials (PVC etc.) so should be ok. I've used it on neoprene and metal "wet mate-able" connectors, which can be destroyed by WD40.


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[alec]

I know that bicycle dealers hate WD40 for some reason.

Particularly on chains.

Have no reason why though.

Following advice on this forum, I have used motorbike chain grease with great effect on many boat applications.

REgards,



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[Althorne]

Bit late I know but the answer is NO. They are greased for life according to Morse. Had one go stiff when in Jersey 2 years ago only to find they no longer make my size. Slightly shorter one has been a pain in **** ever since when berthing and it's so smooth you can't let it go for a second without it follows the prop'. I'd check it for stiffness and if you are reasonably sure it's not worn out try and get some oil or diesel down it.

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[Rabbie]

I asked that question at my local marine engineers only yesterday and he said DONT!. If they get stiff to operate, they require replacement. Mind you - he may have a vested interest!.

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[oldsaltoz]

G'day Tim,

I freed my Morse cables by uncoupling at the control and placing a small funnel over the end and taping it with some rubber tape, then added chain oil and pushed/pulled the cable to pump it through, that a couple of years ago, no swelling and still free.

By the way, WD40 and grit make a grinding paste, perhaps that's why bike shops don't like it on chains.

I hope this helps.

Avagoodweekend......



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[clio]

we used to drill and tap them and install a grease fitting,them pump pure anti freeze thru them them to force the grease out as they would not move as lubed from the factory at 40degreesbelowF I do not recall any swelling

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[Rappey]

I know that bicycle dealers hate WD40 for some reason.

Wd 40 ,wd stands for water displacement . It has a lot of different uses. Its a lubricant and can be used to lubricate chains and great as an instant lubricant with anti corrosion properties its also good for breaking down oil and grease stains on driveways or fabrics ?
I find it good for trying to unseize padlocks but it does not seem to last whereas oil does.

 

[Little Dorrit]

I think they have a Teflon coating, so a bit like a frying pan when the coating has deteriorated it'll be best to replace them.

 

[Poecheng]

Great, a 19 year old thread resurrected