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06-01-2007, 09:42 PM
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Tailgate lubrication
I am just painting up the handle and hardware for my tailgate tonight and I hope to install it tomorrow.
Did the trunions and/or the tailgate spring latches have oil/grease/graphite on them? I live in a sandy area and I am concerned that any lubrication will just attract sand/dust/dirt. Any experience or thoughts on the concept?
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06-02-2007, 05:10 PM
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Re: Tailgate lubrication
SO I guess you are all running DRY?
Tailgate is in! One step closer to being back on the road.....
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06-02-2007, 09:48 PM
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Re: Tailgate lubrication
Just a thought.Don't remember the details ,but this might help.....Someone makes a kit that uses nylon bushings at the pivot points.Also there is a thread about using f--d tailgate cables to replace the straps our trucks use.Hope this helps,Mike
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06-03-2007, 12:25 AM
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Re: Tailgate lubrication
Powdered GRAPHITE. great lubricant that will not attract dust. good for most any moving parts. Especially door hinges.
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06-03-2007, 12:40 AM
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Re: Tailgate lubrication
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06-03-2007, 10:46 AM
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Re: Tailgate lubrication
Or white lithium grease.
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