One Hundred and One Uses for TC-11

Note: The applications for TC-11 presented below were provided by end users and have been tested for validity. However, consumers should exercise common sense and caution when using TC-11. Please follow all instructions on the packaging labels and heed all warning labels.

Household

1.     Squeaking hinges - A small amount of TC-11 will eliminate the squeak and prevent it from returning for a year or more.

2.     Window operating mechanism - A few drops of TC-11 will make window operating mechanisms operate smoothly for a year or more.

3.     Locks - A drop of TC-11 on a key will keep a lock operating smoothly for a year or more.

4.     Frozen Locks - Spraying TC-11 into a lock with the extension tube will un-freeze a frozen lock. TC-11 can be used to "overhaul: a lock by spraying a large amount of TC-11 into the lock and letting it drain overnight.

5.     Tools - wiping down your tools with a cloth and applying a thin coat of TC-11 once a year will keep the tools rust free.

6.     Felt pens - TC-11 and a paper towel removes the ink from felt pens without affecting the underlying painted or plastic surface.

7.     Indelible ink - TC-11 and a paper towel  removes indelible ink from most surfaces without affecting the underlying surface.

8.     Permanent ink - with a little effort TC-11 removes permanent ink from most surfaces  without affecting the underlying surface.

9.     Rust stains on marble and porcelain  - TC-11 and a paper towel removes rust stains  without marring or affecting the surface.

10.   Rust stains on fiberglass - TC-11 and 0000 steel wool removes rust stains on fiberglass without scratching the surface.

11.   Rust on chrome - TC-11 and 0000 steel wool removes rust stains on chrome without scratching the surface.

12.   Rust on steel - TC-11 and steel wool or a small stainless steel wire brush removes rust on steel.

13.   Frozen parts and fasteners - TC-11 frees frozen fasteners in seconds, even if you have tried every other product without success.

14.   Adhesive residue - TC-11 and a paper towel removes adhesive residue without marring the surface or affecting any type of rubber, pant, or plastic.

15.   Paint over spray - TC-11 and a cloth easily removes paint over spray  before it has set.

16.  Clocks - a drop of TC-11 on movements prevents corrosion for a year or more.

17.  Garage doors - a drop of TC-11 on rollers eliminates squeaks for a year or more.

18.   Zippers - TC-11 frees frozen zippers without harming the adjacent material.

19.  Sliding doors - a few drops of TC-11 applied to the rollers provides smooth operation for six months or more.

20.  Sewing machines - a drop of TC-11 on moving parts will provide lubrication and prevent corrosion for six months or more.

Cars

21.   Electrical system water displacement - TC-11 will displace water from a wet electrical system to make it work.

22.   Electrical system waterproofing - A thin coat of TC-11 makes electrical systems waterproof for four months or more.

23.   Battery terminals and fuse holders - a thin coat of TC-11 every four months will keep battery terminals and fuse holders corrosion free.

24.   Clouded headlight lenses - TC-11 will remove the oxidized plastic on headlight lenses without affecting the plastic lens.

25.   Hinges - a drop of TC-11 on the door, hood, and trunk hinges will prevent rust for a year or more.

26.   Center Rear view mirror - a drop of TC-11 on the rear view mirror ball joint will make it easy to adjust for a year or more.

27.   Undercarriage - a thick coat of TC-11 on non-undercoated parts will prevent damage from water and road salt. The TC-11 should be re-applied at four month intervals.

28.   Cleaning - TC-11 is excellent for cleaning parts prior to assembly.

29.   General lubrication - TC-11 is an excellent penetrating semi-permanent lubricant.

30.   Chassis squeaks - a heavy coat of TC-11 on the moving parts will eliminate squeaks for six months or more.

31.   Throttle cables - a thin coat of  TC-11 every four months will keep throttle cables working smoothly.

32.   Latches - a thin coat of TC-11 every six months will keep latches operating smoothly for six months or more.

33.   Engine Compartment Metal parts - a thin coat of TC-11 applied on metal parts every four months eliminates corrosion.

34.  Transmission - a heavy coat of TC-11 applied to the outside of the case prevents corrosion and frozen fasteners.

35.   Ignition - a small drop of TC-11 on a key once a year keeps the key from sticking in the lock.

36.   Door and trunk locks - a drop of TC-11 on a key once a year keeps the locks operating smoothly.

37.   Repairs - spraying the item to be repaired prior to disassembly eliminates frozen fasteners. and parts.

38.  Cleaning - TC-11 is excellent for cleaning internal parts and areas prior to assembly.

39.   Tar and Insects - TC-11 and a soft cloth easily removes tar and insects without affecting the paint.

40.   Brake bleeders - applying TC-11 to brake bleeders prevents breakage of the bleeder when it is rotated to bleed the brakes.

41.  Rust spots - a heavy coat of TC-11 will stop exiting rust spots from increasing in size until a proper repair is completed.

Construction

42.   Concrete - TC-11 removes recently set concrete from tools and equipment.

43.   Hand and Power Tools - A thin coat of TC-11 keeps tools corrosion free, even if the are left out overnight or they are rained on.

44.   Pneumatic tools - TC-11 is an excellent interior and exterior lubricant for pneumatic tools. 

45.  Table saws - a thin coat of TC-11 prevents table saws from rusting.

46.  Forms - a thin coat of TC-11 is an excellent release agent.

47.  Form storage - a thick coat of TC-11 prevents corrosion damage during storage.

Boats

48.   Corrosion control - a light coat of TC-11 on metal parts will prevent corrosion.

49.   Throttle, steering and shift linkages - a heavy coat of TC-11 will prevent water from entering the sheath.

50.    Inboard engine - a wash down and a thin coat of TC-11 on the engine every three months will keep it corrosion free.

51.   Outboard engine - a thin coat of TC-11 under the engine cover every 12 months will keep it corrosion free.

52.   Valves - a light coat of TC-11 applied every three months will keep valves working smoothly.

53.   Fittings - a light coat of TC-11 applied every three months will keep fittings corrosion free.

54.   Pulleys - a light coat of TC-11 applied every three months will keep pulleys operating smoothly.

55.  Tracks - a light coat of TC-11 applied every three months will keep tracks operating smoothly.

56.  Stanchions - TC-11 and 0000 steel wool will remove rust stains and leave a protective film for a month in full sunlight.

57.  Steering - a light coat of TC-11 every three months will keep steering mechanisms operating smoothly and corrosion free.

58.   Electrical - a light coat of TC-11 applied to connectors every three months will keep the connectors corrosion free.

59.  Waterproofing - a light coat if TC-11 applied to electrical connectors every three months will prevent failures when they get wet.

60.  Through hull fittings - a light coat of TC-11 applied every three months will keep fittings corrosion free.

61.  Personal Water Craft - a light coat of TC-11 applied after rinsing will keep the PWC in new condition indefinitely.

Trailers

61.  Ball hitch - a thin coat of TC-11 on the ball hitch every three months prevents corrosion and provides lubrication.

62.  Electrical connectors - a thin coat of TC-11 every three months keeps the electrical connectors corrosion free.

63. Springs and shackles - a thick coat of TC-11 keeps the springs and shackles corrosion free.

64.  Wheels - a thick coat of TC-11 prevents frozen lug nuts.

65.  Structural members - spraying  a heavy coat of TC-11 into the vent holes twice a year reduces corrosion.

66.  Lights - spraying  a light coat of TC-11 into the light enclosures  four times a year prevents corrosion.

67.  Winch - spraying a thin coat of TC-11 on to the moving parts of the winch after every use prevents corrosion.

68.  Height adjuster - spraying TC-11 on to the height adjuster after every use prevents corrosion.

Bicycles

69.  Corrosion control - a thin coat of TC-11 applied to the metal parts of the bike every three months prevents corrosion.

70.  Lubrication - a thin coat of TC-11 on the chain, derailleur, pivots, and cables four times a year provides excellent lubrication.

71.  Rust removal - TC-11 and 0000 steel wool easily removes rust from chrome surfaces and leaves a protective film.

Guns

71.  Cleaning - TC-11 is an excellent product for cleaning guns, including the barrel. TC-11 does not affect bluing.

72.  Storage - a heavy coat of TC-11 will protect a gun in storage for a year or more.

73.  Operation - a thin coat of TC-11 will prevent water from harming a gun in the field.

74.  Cleaning paint guns - TC-11 is perfect for cleaning paint guns without affecting the seals and gaskets.

Fishing Reels

75. Lubrication - A drop of TC-11 on the moving parts prevents corrosion without affecting the nylon monofilament.

76. Cleaning - TC-11 and 0000 steel wool can clean a reel or pole without affecting the rubber and plastic parts.

Motorcycles

77.   Lubrication - a drop of TC-11 in the control lever pivots keeps them operating smoothly.

77.   Corrosion control - a thin coat of TC-11 on the metal parts prevents damage from rain and salt.

78.   Rust removal - TC-11 and 0000 steel wool removes rust stains from spokes and chrome surfaces.

All Terrain Vehicles

79.  Cleaning - a thin coat of TC-11 prior to use makes it easy to wash off all of the dirt and mud with a hose.

80.  Corrosion control - a thin coat of TC-11 eliminates corrosion during storage and operation.

Sporting Goods

81.   Ski bindings - a thin coat of TC-11 prevents ski bindings from corroding or sticking.

82.   Roller skates - a thin coat of TC-11 lubricates bearings without collecting dust.

83.   Remotely controlled vehicles - a thin coat of TC-11 prevents corrosion and lubricates moving parts.

84.   Golf clubs - TC-11 and 0000 steel wool easily removes rust from golf clubs and leaves a protective film.

85.   Aluminum bats - TC-11 and a cloth easily remove corrosion from bats and leaves a protective film.

86.   Ice skates - TC-11 and 0000 steel wool removes rust from ice skates an leaves a protective film.

87.   Wet suits - TC-11 frees frozen zippers without harming the wetsuit material.

88.   Weights - TC-11 and 0000 steel wool removes rust from weights.

89.   Exercise equipment - A thin coat of TC-11 prevents rust on exercise equipment for three months or more.

90.  Dive equipment - a thin coat of TC-11 prevents damage to metal parts from salt water.

Industrial

91.    Deck cargo - a heavy coat of TC-11 on deck cargo will keep it corrosion free, even if it is at sea for a month.

92.    Truck cargo - a heavy coat of TC-11 prevents corrosion damage from water and salt mist.

93.    Shipping - a thin coat of TC-11 will keep metal parts corrosion free, even if shipping takes six months or more.

94.    Removes ink from printing presses - TC-11 and a cloth easily removes ink from printing presses.

95.    Lubricates drill bits - TC-11 provides a long lasting lubricant for drill bits.

96.    Hydraulic cylinders - a thin coat of TC-11 prevents hydraulic cylinder struts from corroding.

97.    Acrylic cement - TC-11 removes acrylic cement before it has set without marring the surface.

98.    Salt damage - a heavy coat of TC-11 prevents damage to metal equipment used to handle salt.

99.    Press fits - a thin coat of TC-11 prevents galling on press fits.

100.  Fertilizer equipment - a thin coat of TC-11 prevents corrosion damage on metal equipment used to handle fertilizers.

101.  Frozen parts and fasteners  - TC-11 frees frozen parts and fasteners in minutes, even large fasteners that have been frozen for decades.

Note: The applications for TC-11 presented below were provided to by end users and have been tested for validity. However, consumers should exercise common sense and caution when using TC-11. Please follow all instructions on the packaging labels and heed all warning labels.