2008Arms forum
Freeing stuck adjustment screws on Flyer arm rod-ends
18 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
DisputedParticipants disagreed and reached no conclusion. Read the findings as positions, not as an answer.
What the thread found
- Avoid using WD-40 on Flyer arm adjustment screws despite initial recommendations; contact manufacturer support for guidance
- Tri-flow lubricant from bicycle shops can be used on Flyer arms without causing issues
- Rod-end bearing adjustment screws on the socket block should be adjusted when the arm is not under load
- A light application of WD-40 may be acceptable after consulting with the equipment manufacturer, particularly if salt water or sand contamination is present
Depends on
- The original poster received conflicting advice about whether load should be applied during adjustment
- Some confusion in the thread arose from discussion of different arm models with different adjustment requirements
- Final resolution relied on direct communication with manufacturer rather than forum consensus
- Discussion focuses on the Flyer model specifically; other models like G-50 and Pilot have different requirements