On Fri, Oct 7, 2011 at 4:42 PM, Bob Blick <bobblick@ftml.net> wrote:
> Rather than using long-life potentiometers, which are slightly larger in
> diameter and will require grinding some space to fit, I'd like to first
> try greasing the wiper and wipee on a new potentiometer and see if it
> lasts longer.
>
> Any suggestions for grease? I have at my disposal:
>
> 1 Phonolube
> 2 Silicone plumber's grease
> 3 CV joint grease
> 4 Chassis grease
> 5 Moly brake pad grease
> 6 Brake caliper grease
> 7 Petroleum jelly

I can't offer any real advice, but I am curious. Have you tested any
of them to see how conductive they are?

Josh
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