Joystick Grease / Lubrication

[System_1]

I just masturbate right into my springs

[rtdzign]

I have been using this stuff, found in my Garage
MG Chemicals Translucent Silicone Grease
Specifications:

Appearance Translucent Paste
Penetration
(worked x 60) ASTM D 217 200-310
Bleed 200C / 30 hrs 8.0% maximum
Evaporation 200C / 30 hrs 2%
Typical Properties Test Method Performance Range
Specific Gravity 1.02 - 1.06
Water Washout ASTM D 1264 0.86%
Low Temperature Torque
Start ASTM D 1478
(-54C / -65F) 944 g-cm
Running ASTM D 1478
(-54C / -65F) 885 g-cm
Volume Resistivity ASTM D 257 1.1 x 1015 ohm-cm
Dissipation Factor ASTM D 150 -0.0010
Dielectric Constant ASTM D 150 2.5 (@ 1 Mhz)
Dielectric Strength
(10 mil gap) ASTM D 149 1400 v/mil
Dielectric Strength
(50 mil gap) ASTM D 149 700 v/mil
Dielectric Strength
(50 mil gap) ASTM D 149 700 v/mil

So I tested it on my Agetec whose joystick I’m going to replace so I’ll let you know how it works. It is certainly thick, like cold vaseline.

Specifications on the Dow Corning MolyCoat:

Color White
Dropping Point = 220 Deg C
Load Carrying Capacity = 1100 4 ball weld, N
NLGI Number = 2
Service Temperature High = 204 Deg C
Service Temperature Low = -40 Deg C
Shelf Life = 1800 Days
Specific Gravity @ 25C = 1.05
Thickening System Lithium Soap
Worked Penetration = 280 (mm/10)

I just masturbate right into my springs

That will teach them to steal your joystick!

[AJtheMishima]

The lubricant should be applied underneath where the dustcover cover is. As you lift up the dustcover, there is a white piece attached to the shaft. That’s where it should be applied.

HELP! i tried to follow your direction but when i lift up the dust washer on my LS32 i dont see any white parts. Only a light blue… is that what im supposed to lube? :looney:

J/k, I havent had to lube any of my sticks but its about that time. Just curious, how much do i apply? Just enough to lube the surface of that pivot joint or whatever its called, dont have time to look it up so i can use the correct terminology. Or can i be generous and let it have seconds?

thanks

[System_1]

Trying to modify my arcade joystick . i connected the “x” and “y” button and they are ok and show up on the game. but the “a” and “b” button are not activated. “a” only works on the menu screen. HEEEEEELLLPPPP!!!

[TDeneka]

Trying to modify my arcade joystick . i connected the “x” and “y” button and they are ok and show up on the game. but the “a” and “b” button are not activated. “a” only works on the menu screen. HEEEEEELLLPPPP!!!

stop posting this in every thread. i hope you get some sort of ban.

[FrakkinToaster]

Trying to modify my arcade joystick . i connected the “x” and “y” button and they are ok and show up on the game. but the “a” and “b” button are not activated. “a” only works on the menu screen. HEEEEEELLLPPPP!!!

It sounds like you failed to connect the A and B signal wires together. Don’t just connect the grounds, you have to also connect the signal wires. You could also have a problem with your USB cable; try clipping the green and white wires and reverse splicing them. If that doesn’t solve the problem, try applying some joystick lubricant to the individual quick disconnects to speed up the electron flow.

[infoseeker]

You can also get silicone grease in spray can. 1 in my area.

[sakura_otoshi]

why thewould you want to buy joystick grease?
(just curious as to the reason other than owning a cab/joystick for a long time)

[M_K_L]

HELP! i tried to follow your direction but when i lift up the dust washer on my LS32 i dont see any white parts. Only a light blue… is that what im supposed to lube? :looney:

J/k, I havent had to lube any of my sticks but its about that time. Just curious, how much do i apply? Just enough to lube the surface of that pivot joint or whatever its called, dont have time to look it up so i can use the correct terminology. Or can i be generous and let it have seconds?

thanks

You need to apply silicon grease under the pivot, on the part that sits in the cup-shaped hollow of the main plastic body. To apply it properly you need to remove the pivot, which means you need to remove the security ring (and you need circlip pliers for this).

[dav3yb]

to be honest, for the price of most of these tubes of grease, you could just buy a new joystick.

seems like they are mostly for people who constantly work on joysticks/arcades.

[Merkilo]

I heard some people just use crisco

[System_1]

You need to apply silicon grease under the pivot, on the part that sits in the cup-shaped hollow of the main plastic body. To apply it properly you need to remove the pivot, which means you need to remove the security ring (and you need circlip pliers for this).

no you don’t ned circlip pliers, just a regular screwdriver… I must have removed mine a dozen times this weekend for the sanding down of the shaft to fit on an FS3

[yusukeg]

For those of you who are still looking for Shin Etsu grease, you can go to any Honda dealer and ask for this part number (08798-9013). List price is something like $16 so you can probably get it for around $12. You can also get it here

[M_K_L]

no you don’t ned circlip pliers, just a regular screwdriver… I must have removed mine a dozen times this weekend for the sanding down of the shaft to fit on an FS3

Are you talking about a Sanwa stick? Because in that case yes, a small flathead screwdriver will do but the Seimitsu sticks use a different ring that is a bitch to remove (and not mangle) without proper pliers.

[System_1]

OK been doing some research on this… you can most probably use Shin-Etsu G-30M as an decent alternative, which can be found for $20 delivered.

Google 08798-9013 Which is G-30M for Honda parts

http://www.chilternconnections.co.uk/ShopSE01.html

Shows that this is just G-30M

Now someone correct me if I’m wrong, but you don’t really need high temp silicone grease in a joystick, therefore G-30M should be just fine… Plus it’s manufactured by the same respected Japenese manufactuer that does the G-40M

Anyway that’s what I’m going with !

[System_1]

OK been doing some research on this… you can most probably use Shin-Etsu G-30M as an decent alternative, which can be found for $20 delivered.

Google 08798-9013 Which is G-30M for Honda parts

http://www.chilternconnections.co.uk/ShopSE01.html

Shows that this is just G-30M

Now someone correct me if I’m wrong, but you don’t really need high temp silicone grease in a joystick, therefore G-30M should be just fine… Plus it’s manufactured by the same respected Japenese manufactuer that does the G-40M

Anyway that’s what I’m going with !

I’ve also sent an email to Sanwa asking their opinion.

Hi,

I believe you recommend Shin-Etsu G-40M to lubricate your joysticks.

The spec for this silicone grease is for high temp applications.

I am wondering if your technicians feel that the Shin-Etsu G-30M (which is readily available over here in the USA) would be also fine to use?

Kind Regards

(Google Translation)

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???- 40M???

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??? -?30m ???wondering???

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[AJtheMishima]

You need to apply silicon grease under the pivot, on the part that sits in the cup-shaped hollow of the main plastic body. To apply it properly you need to remove the pivot, which means you need to remove the security ring (and you need circlip pliers for this).

Thanks, i didnt know if i should grease the pivot or the pivot rest. The security ring on my LS32 have been switches to a easier ring to remove.

[AJtheMishima]

so i decided i didnt want to pay over $5 for the lube i would be using. So i went to my local Ace Hardware to see if i could find something that will work.
I came up with this(i bought a single for like 4 something)
http://www.buyhardwaresupplies.com/?t=5&m=g1&itemNumber=4095667

“ACE” Silicone Grease 90% pure
* 1/2 fl. oz.
* For rubber and synthetic “O” rings
* No petroleum additives
* Waterproof, non-staining, non-toxic, non-flammable
* 450 deg. F max
* 90% pure
* Plastic jar
* Carded
On the back it says its recommended as a lubricant for ruber and plastic parts. Provides a protective coating and prevents rust and corrosion on ballcocks, plungers, packings, bearings and washers.

So once my springs and switches come in for my LS32’s, ill disassemble them, lube them up, and reassemble them with the new parts. Ill let you guys know how it goes.

[jdm714]

So Lizard Lick was able to hook you up with Part 4 of Seimitsu LS-32?

I want to buy a tube of Shin-Etsu and divide contents into small parts and give to SRK Member who need.

[AJtheMishima]

I emailed chad, he said they might have some coming in his next shipment. I also contacted the AKI shop and they carry them. So i sent payment and they should be shipped out next week hopefully.
That would be pretty cool if you did that, how much would you charge members?
So im waiting on my black/white PS-14-GNC buttons and LS32 springs from Gaming now. Then ill just need the switches and ill be good to go.