Changed my mind about using a certain wire pulling lubricant

A foreman on a job in Tacoma last month watched me struggle with a long pull and said, 'That stuff you're using turns to glue when it gets cold.' He handed me a different brand, and the next 30 feet went in smooth. I've switched for every outdoor job since. Anyone have a favorite lube for conduit runs in freezing weather?

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paulperry9h ago

Sounds like that foreman saved your bacon.

faithk928h ago

Yeah he really did. I mean, I've been in a spot like that before where a more experienced guy caught a mistake I was about to make. It wasn't even something I saw coming, just a small detail in the plan that would've caused a huge problem later. Having someone who's been around and is willing to speak up is everything. It saved a ton of rework and honestly taught me to double check that specific thing from then on.