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[M]: (M)LX200 rust problems

Subject:[M]: (M)LX200 rust problems
From:Eric Schandall
Date:Tue Jan 05 17:32:28 1999
Andy Wallace wrote:

> Would any of these lubricants, WD-40, etc. outgas during the day when
> the heat rises under the cover? If so, would there be any concern
> about optical surfaces?

I have a similar question about the use of anything which has silicon as
an ingredient. Ive been told that silicon will "creap". If so, will it
eventually move to an optical component used in a moto-focus lubricant
for example? Thanks in advance.
Regards,
Eric

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