Lubing cams

Okie48 · 03-20-2006, 11:39 AM

I was wondering, if I need to lubercate my cams? I have a Bowtec 2004 model with the Infinity cam. If so what would I use??

KodiakArcher · 03-20-2006, 01:04 PM

I ues a drop of Ez-Ox on mine. Be careful to keep it off the strings and cables.

BF1947 · 03-20-2006, 02:30 PM

It all depends. Take a good look and see if it has bearings in the cam and ilder. If so then no lube is necessary as they are sealed. If you have bushings then a good teflon based lube will work just fine. Don't use WD-40 or anything with an oil base as this will only draw dirst or dust wihich will cause premature bushing wear.

turtleshell · 03-21-2006, 02:50 PM

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ORIGINAL: BF1947

It all depends. Take a good look and see if it has bearings in the cam and ilder. If so then no lube is necessary as they are sealed. If you have bushings then a good teflon based lube will work just fine. Don't use WD-40 or anything with an oil base as this will only draw dirst or dust wihich will cause premature bushing wear.

Also WD-40 is corrosive, household/sewing machine oil works, just a drop though

bigbulls · 03-21-2006, 06:07 PM

You don't need any lube on the axles. The bushings are self lubricating and the bearing are sealed. Make sure they are clean, smooth and dry. That's it.