Teflon Tape for crossbow rail

MichiganBill · Post by **MichiganBill** » Sat Feb 11, 2006 6:55 pm

Just saw something on Ebay for the first time today, Teflon Tape for crossbow rails. Seems to make sense. Anybody ever try this?

http://cgi.ebay.com/Crossbow-Teflon-Tap ... dZViewItem

GREYWOLF · Post by **GREYWOLF** » Sat Feb 11, 2006 7:39 pm

Forget it ! it raises the bolt up the thickness of the tape which is a lot more in thickness than the ( REAL TEFLON ) I have sprayed on and baked . Pluss it is not even TEFLON !! Save your money up and send me the rail for the real stuff, A good TEFLON coating does help in friction reduction and you do gain some speed , but not any thing like that guy is claiming , more like 3-5 mabey 8 F.P.S. And that is that GREYWOLF

wabi · Post by **wabi** » Sun Feb 12, 2006 7:34 am

Like many eBay items it looks & sounds too good to be true - so it probably isn't true! I would agree that the baked-on real teflon coating would probably be much better, but this tape might be a good way to find out if you like a coating without permenantly applying something to your crossbow. You could give it a try and if you aren't impressed just peel it off and clean up any adhesive residue. If you like the performance with it you could always replace it with a baked-on finish when it starts to wear out.

hatchet jack · Post by **hatchet jack** » Sun Feb 12, 2006 11:47 am

i have tried about everything , i always go back to plain old turtle paste wax for cars, put it on let dry wipe off , i put it on my arrows too makes them slicker than snot.

hatchet jack

MichiganBill · Post by **MichiganBill** » Sun Feb 12, 2006 11:48 am

Curious..How do you "bake on" teflon? My wife might scream at me if she sees my crossbow in the oven.

Serously, what's involved?

GREYWOLF · Post by **GREYWOLF** » Sun Feb 12, 2006 1:36 pm

I dont think you have to wory,it is all done in industrial ovens . Here is a link to an older post I did right after I had it done GREYWOLF
http://www.excaliburcrossbow.com/phpBB2 ... f1869ecf17
NOTE : the cost is $75.00 pluss shiping to and back

MichiganBill · Post by **MichiganBill** » Sun Feb 12, 2006 1:51 pm

One would think that coating the bow rail with teflon had substantial benefit, one of the manufacturers would pick up on this and a marketing tie-breaker, if nothing else. I have been putting Horton rail lube on my old horton sprtsman forever. It's kind of a pain in the butt. Plus, a manufacturer would have the economy of scale in coating their all rails in their entire line versus paying $100 to do it one at a time like you did.. I would think that id one did it, they's all do it.

I agree, perhaps one of the most overlooked aspects of hunting with a crossbow is the friction between the rail and the arrow.

mblaney · Post by **mblaney** » Mon Feb 13, 2006 8:45 am

TopCote® Table & Tool Surface Sealant

Formulated for use on the metal table tops of jointers, planers, table saws, etc., it can also be used on hand tools. It adheres well to metal, protecting against moisture and corrosion, and providing for much smoother feeding of material.

It is easy to apply and lasts longer than paste wax and it will not stain wood.

http://www.leevalley.com/wood/page.aspx ... 43440&ap=1

I am amazed at how well this product works; might be an easier solution for crossbows as well (over teflon...).

MichiganBill · Post by **MichiganBill** » Mon Feb 13, 2006 1:28 pm

I knew if I just asked, somebody would jump in with a good suggestion. You just saved me $85!!

Hi5 · Post by **Hi5** » Mon Feb 13, 2006 4:47 pm

What surface preparation is required before applying the product? Does it bond to the finish now on the rail, or do you have to take off the paint first?

RayGunter · Post by **RayGunter** » Mon Feb 13, 2006 4:52 pm

There are some better teflon Tapes available that are much better quality. In a previous life I used this product from 3m. Very thin only a few thousands thick.

3M Teflon Tape

mblaney · Post by **mblaney** » Tue Feb 14, 2006 8:36 am

Hi5, just apply it same as wax.

From Bostiks web site:

http://www.bostik-us.com/products/index ... egoryId=50

BOSTIK® TOPCOTE® features a unique fluoropolymer technology that dramatically reduces sliding friction on table saws while it repels dust, dirt, moisture and prevents corrosion. Its dry formula contains no silicone or petroleum and it will never stain wood or interfere with glues or finishes.

TopCote® forms a durable, water-repelling dry film on saw tables and tool surfaces to reduce sliding friction and eliminate surface "hang ups." Compared to paste wax, TopCote® is 30% slicker, prevents rust longer and is easier to use.

Benefits:

Contains no silicone
Prevents rust 5 times longer than wax or silicone
Lasts 3 times longer than wax

mblaney · Post by **mblaney** » Tue Feb 14, 2006 8:37 am

No, I do not sell the stuff - I am just really impressed with how this crap works!

MichiganBill · Post by **MichiganBill** » Tue Feb 14, 2006 10:12 am

Saw the same info. Thanks.

Random thought; why not spray this stuff on your arrows as well?

Excalibur Crossbow Forum

Teflon Tape for crossbow rail

Teflon Tape for crossbow rail

Bake?

Teflon

thanks

I went to the website too