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Old 02-06-2016, 08:17 PM
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Ok guys, as the title suggests, looking for some info on lubing the door hinges. I have lubed them in past but the lube makes one heck of a mess, any suggestions on lube type or tips/tricks to it?


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Old 02-06-2016, 08:20 PM
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for doors that already squeak, penetrating fluid works well.
 
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Old 02-06-2016, 09:36 PM
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Penetrating lube to clean them, then use white lithium grease to lubricate them.
 
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We had the dealer check it out during a routine visit and it appears they put on the white lithium grease. Not a lot, did not look too messy, and it did take care of the issue.
 
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WD40 makes a spray type white lithium grease that can actually get into the door hinge a bit better, might be worth a shot.
 
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Originally Posted by Sniper_Merc
WD40 makes a spray type white lithium grease that can actually get into the door hinge a bit better, might be worth a shot.
I use a white spray lithium that drys to a powder. Spray the crap out of them a couple times a year. Most of the noise comes from the roller that holds the door open, not the hinges.
 
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I like using Wurth HHS-2000. Sprays on thin so it can creep into tight spaces yet leaves little or no mess.
 
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My door hinges started squeaking very early into the truck's life. I gave them a squirt of WD40 and they've been good ever since. Personally, I don't think WD40 would be the best choice, but in this case, it worked. Haven't reapplied it for at least three years, so there you go.
 



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