sputnik

I'm not arguing as I don't know nearly enough about the properties of different lubes, greases etc but would the application of graphite lock lube not help replace some of the properties of any grease you remove with the contact cleaner? Not the same thing, I agree, but surely it should at least help prevent things drying out and help movement?

In terms of applying the cleaner I stick the little red tube on the can, stick it in the lock and spray to my heart's content then leave to dry. The dry lock lube has its own pointy nozzle to push into the lock.

Out of interest, should I ever get round to doing the job more comprehensively, how easy is it to actually get into the workings of the switch? Is it simply a case of dropping the key/ignition housing out of the headstock and opening up the back? It always looks a bit like a unit which might not allow much access to the innards.