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Re: [ATM] How to Reduce Bearing Friction

Peter, you can also try applying some car wax to the ebony star.  The
silicon-based stuff like turtle wax is the standard recommendation.

Chris 

> -----Original Message-----
> From: atm-bounces@atmlist.net 
> [mailto:atm-bounces@atmlist.net] On Behalf Of Peter
> Sent: Saturday, May 27, 2006 7:25 PM
> To: atm@atmlist.net
> Subject: [ATM] How to Reduce Bearing Friction
> 
> Hi,
> 
> I just completed a small Dob project and the AZ axis has too 
> much friction.
> I used Ebony Star and Teflon matching the 15 lb/sq in as suggested.
> 
> What is the simplest way to reduce the friction on this axis? 
> I was considering doubling the surface area of the Teflon 
> pads but I wanted to ask the group to make sure this is the 
> correct action.
> 
> 
> Thank in advance.
> 
> 
> Peter
> 
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