CorrosionX Uses and Benefits?

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  • kacordy
    Senior Member
    • Oct 2012
    • 484

    #1

    CorrosionX Uses and Benefits?

    I just bought my first can of Corrosion X. I have 2 new Aqua Craft 2030's on the way. Can you guys give me a few tips on the best way to prep the new motors, maintain my existing motors, ESC's and electrical components with this spray.

    Thanks, Allen
  • siberianhusky
    Fast Electric Addict!
    • Dec 2009
    • 2206

    #2
    I'm not a fan of it for motors, to heavy after the carrier evaporates.
    On my outboards I prefer a good soaking of WD40 after running then a drop of machine oil on the bearings, if I flooded an inboard I'd do the same.
    As far as the electronics once again a good soaking but this time with the CX then hang em up and let the excess drip out, clean off the wires and outside of the esc. Good to go.
    I pack the top (gear train) of servos with a plastic safe white grease then spray the control board with the CX, I do my best to keep it out of the feedback potentiometer in the servo.
    I run Spektrum radio gear so I don't do a thing the the RXs, the 3 channel is epoxy encapsulated from the factory. Not 100% sure if the 2 channel is waterproof or just resistant from being sprayed with conformal coating.
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    • tlandauer
      Fast Electric Addict!
      • Apr 2011
      • 5828

      #3
      I began using it when I got into Tunnel outboard, I spray liberally into the AC 2030 motor. The venting holes are your friend, I make sure the copper windings are coated with the CorrosionX. Spray both ends of the end bell. You can also use that on the bearings although I use heavy machine oil for bearings exclusively.
      For rx you can spray into the casing and make sure it is soaked as well, the contact points etc.
      I have not used it on any ESC as of yet, but many people do just that and have good reports.
      I never trust the advertisement hype, but I got to say this is wonderful stuff, I had bought a used boat and the rudder rod and ball link were all covered with rust, I sprayed on it and wiped off with a paper towel. It actually takes off superficial rust and lubricates.
      Too many boats, not enough time...

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      • electric
        Fast Electric Addict!
        • May 2008
        • 1973

        #4
        I have used it on motors AND esc's and it is great stuff. I generally spray on the esc and then let it sit a few days before I plug it in. Really makes a difference on the esc's and seem to protect the motors very well.

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        • kacordy
          Senior Member
          • Oct 2012
          • 484

          #5
          I really appreciate the advise. My goal is to create dependability and respect my equipment.

          Allen

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          • Ballpeen
            Member
            • Dec 2013
            • 34

            #6
            What local stores carry corrosion x?

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            • mitchesx
              Senior Member
              • Nov 2013
              • 236

              #7
              Has anyone tried the Circuit Wash and Trio that CC Racing Engines distributes? I immediately thought of that when I decided to try FE.
              Steve Mitchell

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              • TristanJones
                Senior Member
                • Oct 2012
                • 266

                #8
                I put x on everything aside from motor bearings, as mentioned above. its saved me hundreds of $$ in RX and esc. flood everything electrical with it and drive it like you stole it

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                • JimClark
                  Fast Electric Addict!
                  • Apr 2007
                  • 5913

                  #9
                  I know people who actually dip their motors in Corrosion X

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                  • properchopper
                    rcgoatbuild@snotmail.com
                    • Apr 2007
                    • 7708

                    #10
                    The red can stuff works well for motors ; this coats ESC boards nicely :

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