Break Free Problem

There is something else going on with that Colt! I have been using Break Free CLP both personally and professionally for more than 50 years with absolutely no issues! I have some of my own guns that were cleaned and lubricated with Break Free and haven't been touched for over 20 years that have never had the slightest indication of "gumming" of the lube!
 
The only problem I EVER had with BreakFree CLP was when I attempted to use some Brownells OxphoBlue to do some touch-up on a rifle I had always wiped down with CLP... the CLP left such a tenacious protective layer that the OxphoBlue wouldn't take (and it's made to be rubbed on through gun oil).

I had to scrub the metal with brake cleaner and 0000 steel wool before I could get the OxphoBlue process to work. Maybe it's was just a chemical coincidence but I always assumed that it was because CLP was leaving such a good protective coating.

Also, CLP seems to be the most effective at dissolving the baked-on carbon fouling inside AR bolt carriers. I always like the stuff and have used it for at least 30 years.
 
I highly doubt the BF CLP itself was the issue! More than likely you had years of crud built up in the cylinder and the BF CLP just temporarily softened it up and then the crud congealed & clogged it. You need to fully disassemble the cylinder, clean it with Hoppes #9 solvent, dry and lightly lubricate it. BTW, all CLP's must be shaken before use. BF is an excellent CLP. That said, I personally like G96 Synthetic (yellow bottle) better. IMHO the G96 just works a bit better than the BF as I have discovered lately. Especially in the cleaning aspect. Both lubricate and protect well.

While I am usually not a fan of spraying chemical into an assembled unit, if you really do not want to or do not feel comfortable disassembling the cylinder, use some Gun Scrubber to clean out the inside until it drips clean. Thoroughly dry it out with compressed air and then lightly lubricate it. That should do the trick.
 
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I don't know what happend with the OP's gun. But I have had Breakfree get gummy on guns left in storage for a number of years. I just clean it off and relube. Break Cleaner works well although it may damage some finishes, especially on wood. I get the flamable version and use it in a well ventilated area.

I bought a gallon of Breakfree when it was Archers Breakfree from Radio Shack about 40 years ago and I'm still using it. But I also use other stuff.

I'm currently using Breakthrough HP Pro I got somewhere. It seems to work well and has a very nice applicator. I don't think it's actually a cleaner although it seems to loosen gun gunk fairly well. It just claims to be a lubricant and protectant. I've also used synthetic motor oil (Rotella T-6) and pure clear mineral oil along with 3 in 1 and sewing machine oil.

But yeah, Breakfree, or at least the old formula, can gume up over time. The new stuff doesn't smell remotely the same. The old stuff had a kind of sweet smell I kinda like but my wife hates.
 
I don't know what happend with the OP's gun. But I have had Breakfree get gummy on guns left in storage for a number of years. I just clean it off and relube. Break Cleaner works well although it may damage some finishes, especially on wood. I get the flamable version and use it in a well ventilated area.

I bought a gallon of Breakfree when it was Archers Breakfree from Radio Shack about 40 years ago and I'm still using it. But I also use other stuff.

I'm currently using Breakthrough HP Pro I got somewhere. It seems to work well and has a very nice applicator. I don't think it's actually a cleaner although it seems to loosen gun gunk fairly well. It just claims to be a lubricant and protectant. I've also used synthetic motor oil (Rotella T-6) and pure clear mineral oil along with 3 in 1 and sewing machine oil.

But yeah, Breakfree, or at least the old formula, can gum up over time. The new stuff doesn't smell remotely the same. The old stuff had a kind of sweet smell I kinda like but my wife hates.
 
Years ago I discovered Breakfree LP (as opposed to the more common CLP product). I prefer to clean with another product, then apply the appropriate amount of LP. Never had a problem with gum-up, however I always apply only to a clean gun.
 
Again, I highly doubt that the BF CLP was the culprit - probably just activated old crud! Every once in a while any gun needs to be completely broken down, thoroughly cleaned, then properly and lightly lubricated. To keep adding oil will not solve a crud issue within a gun's mechanism!
 
That's probably the case. However it's turning fine now and I'm not sure about the cylinder disassembly. It looks more complicated than a Smith.
Normally I'm very proactive about maintenance. Please advise if I'm missing something about taking a Colt cylinder apart.
 
I use Slip 2000 Gun Lube and Breakfree CLP interchangeably. Breakfree is no longer on USG Qualified Parts List…USG changed CLP spec to Bio only CLPs and Breakfree have yet to develop a Bio CLP for USG submission approval. G96 Bio CLP is on the USG QPL. G96 Bio CLP cleans pretty well
 
BF CLP glued in my Browning Citori ejectors. All 4 gauges.

M60 & 337PD cylinders harder to turn using it.

Used WD-40 to get all working again.
 
WD-40 has its uses and the solvent in it can soften hardened lubricants, but WD-40 is not the final step in the process as it's solvent will evaporate and then it will become gummy and then harden.
 
I used to use break free in the little spray can. Until one day i realized i hand not used the can for a year. and decided to use in on a 10/22. the stuff came out like pam cooking spray or even like ironing starch in a spray can.

needless to say, had to break that gun down completely for a deep clean as it was sticking like a bad thing, and could not FEED ammunition anymore.
 
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