Dry drivetrain lubricant solution

[macnkitty2002]

I have been searching for a remedy to drivetrain lubricants that are not oily and attract debris. Most RCs today suggest using grease as a lubricant for CVDs, Universals and dogbones, but they attract and hold dirt/grime/carpet fibers onto the metal and cause premature wear. I have recently tried using powdered graphite as a lubricant and I must say it works rather well. I went to my local hardware store and found AGS Powdered Graphite Lubricant, mainly used for freeing up locks and hinges around the house. I completely clean my drivetrain parts, dry them with compressed air, and powder them with the graphite dust. Work it around the part and shake off excess. There is enough residual dust on there to keep things moving freely. Next time all you have to do it squeeze some more powder on the part and you are ready to go!