Can I Use WD40 on My RC Car?

Using WD40 on your RC car might seem like a good idea at first, but it’s not the best option. WD40 is a lubricant, and while it can help to protect metal surfaces from corrosion and rust, it’s not designed as a lubricant for use on an RC car.

It can actually damage the plastic and rubber components of your car, as well as corrode the metal parts.

Using a silicone-based lubricant is much better for the plastic and rubber parts of your RC car. Silicone oil or grease will provide better protection from wear and tear than WD40 will.

It won’t corrode the metal parts either, so it won’t cause any damage to them either. Silicone-based lubricants are also generally easier to apply than WD40 is.

You should also be careful when using any type of lubricant on your RC car. Too much can actually make it harder for your car to perform correctly – excess oil or grease can build up on the gears or other parts, making them less efficient and potentially leading to damage.

Conclusion:

It is not recommended to use WD40 on an RC car due to its potential damage and corrosion of plastic and rubber components. Instead, a silicone-based lubricant should be used for better protection from wear and tear and less likelihood of causing damage to the metal parts of your RC car. However, you should use caution when applying any type of lubricant as too much could lead to performance issues due to build-up on the gears or other parts.

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Stephen Dunn