false uncoupling

[jbrock27]

I have done a bit of reading and many modelers do not recommend lubing the axles because this eventually leads to collection of dirt and dust....and oil drips on the track.   Any advice?

You were smart to read and research this and pay attention to what you read bc this advice;

It's perfectly fine to lube the axles

...is flawed for the very reasons you previously read the warnings about.

don't be so quick to insist that somebody Must Buy this or that niche tool.

What is so wrong for recommending a niche tool It is the very reason such things exist