WD-40 and CRC-666

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I tend to take the cover off my engine and give a good all over spray after using it. I did this with a Yamaha 75hp outboard and after ten years it looked almost like new - on the inside.

I have heard (rumour) that CRC-66 is better for spraying outboards as it affects the insulation of wires less than WD-40.

What is the difference between WD-40 and CRC-666 ?
 
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What is the difference between WD-40 and CRC-666 ?

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I just cannot stand the stink of WD-40. /forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif
I've never heard of CRC-666 /forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif (only the '666' part /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif )
 
For rust prevention I'd recommend Castrol's Rustilo (many variants for different length of layup - see the castrol.com web site), and for general use around engine electrics I use Duckhams Duck Oil (never had any problems with insulation / wiring).

I am told that Lanotec (an Australian product derived from sheep wool, with an added hydrocarbon-based solvent) is very good, too. There's a new UK distributor; I'll try and find out details.
 
A far better product/treatment for areas that need protection from corrossion and one that will also treat existing corrossion is ACF-50 or Corrossion block.

I've used this with great success on some extreme cases of alloy corrossion and also for long term salt protection.

Have a read through what it does here.
http://www.worldwideaviation.co.uk/ACF-50/ACF-50Main.htm
The marine trade has been very slow to take this product on despite being exhibited at marine trade shows, however you can find it in a few motorcycle shops, or contact worldwide aviation in Hurn.
 
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