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Old 11-02-2007, 07:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Lux View Post
Buddy of mine is an AAA locksmith. Says graphite is a boon for his business -- he says service calls with locks packed up with graphite are second only to lock-outs!
weird.

FSM says graphite lube in the door locks and ignition - maybe the oily spray causes it to accumulate and stick? or maybe the compressed air keeps it from piling up in one spot?

Still think it's better than WD-40 or some sort of oil that would attract little dust bunnies in there!
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