The real problem is technically it's a mild degreaser. I suspect the mistaken use as a lubricant is because it'll dislodge rust which "unsticks" things, but onc

The real problem is technically it's a mild degreaser. I suspect the mistaken use as a lubricant is because it'll dislodge rust which "unsticks" things, but once it dries out what you need to do is put a light machine oil on the part to keep it sliding (I use one of those 3-in-1 deals you find in hardware stores in small bottles).