Introduction
Get rid of those annoying squeaks in your car by spending about ten minutes lubricating your car or truck. These simple yet small lube job tips will bring back that new-car quiet ride.A few weeks ago, the latch in my car door got stuck, blocking the door from closing. After a few crude attempts at jostling it, I knew it was time to purchase a silicone spray to lubricate it. It was then that I realized my “new” car wasn’t all that new anymore and needed some up-keep. Naturally, the first thing I decided to spend some time on was lubricating all my car’s locks, hinges, and latches.
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All you need for this project are a variety of inexpensive lubricants, which can also come in handy for other household problems:
- White lithium grease is good for metal-to- metal joints like hinge and latch mechanisms, which need a clinging grease to repel water and hold up under harsh conditions.
- WD-40 is best for light-duty lubrication and freeing up sticking or partially rusted hinges and latches.
- Silicone spray is great for lubricating nylon, plastic and metal when only a thin layer of lubricant is necessary. Because silicone dries, it won’t get your clothing greasy.
- Graphite lubricant is the right choice for locks as it won’t attract dirt to fine lock mechanisms like an oil would.
