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72velle · 07-02-2019, 05:06 AM

What do I use to lubricate my door hinges and mechanisms?
3 in1, grease?
Thanks!

geezer#99 · 07-02-2019, 08:45 AM

I’ve always used atf.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/DEXRON

cadillac_al · 07-02-2019, 09:49 AM

The owners manuals back in the day said to use engine oil.

**MJN** · 07-02-2019, 10:16 AM

I had historically used WD-40 or Liquid Wrench but since switched to AMSOIL MP.
https://www.amsoil.com/shop/by-produ...tal-protector/

fordguy40 · 07-02-2019, 11:51 AM

I'm using WD40 spray lithium grease. It goes on a bit runny, but it dries to a thin, slightly opaque film.

truckin 79 · 07-02-2019, 12:40 PM

I recently found Tri-flow, it is a bicycle chain lube. This stuff is great penetrates well and works great on door hinges, hood hinges, window tracks and hood latches. This stuff is amazing and very low odor with just a couple applications loosens metal to metal contact up in seconds. I used this one some rusty Trans Am seat tracks that were not moving at all. Once I applied this they were gliding along with no binding. I also used this on my trucks drivers hinge since the little star thing was not moving freely and I suspect is what broke the door hinge. A little dab and little star thing was moving and no more squeak.

Dead Parrot · 07-02-2019, 02:46 PM

I use what ever is in my blue oil can, which is usually 30w non-detergent oil.

**old Rusty C10** · 07-02-2019, 06:03 PM

ive always used spray lithium grease

Ad Cam · 07-03-2019, 01:40 AM

Fluid Film. Works great and it's solvent free.

skyphix · 07-03-2019, 09:47 AM

After this thread popped up, I decided to try to lubricate one of my doors that used to pop and be really difficult to close once it was fully open.

I used WD40 - I am not a huge fan of it normally, but so far on my truck, it has recovered my sticky hood hinges and kept them healthy for 6 months now, and the door that popped that I was sure I was going to rebuild the hinge on? Works perfectly. I am sure some of the heavier stuff works better, and I may apply a heavier wax containing lubricant (like bike chain lubricant for wet environments) but for now, WD40 saved the day.

**Palf70Step** · 07-03-2019, 10:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by old Rusty C10

ive always used spray lithium grease

Ditto

focusedontheprize · 07-03-2019, 10:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by old Rusty C10

ive always used spray lithium grease

+1 here. I lubricated my hinges this weekend with this. Sprayed them into the pins and bushings and moved the door back and forth to work them in. They are incredibly smooth now.

Pontiac1976 · 07-09-2019, 03:39 AM

I used WD-40 w/ 10% 5W30 oil mixed in spray bottle. spring Then
I use some kind a spray lithium grease. keep out the water.

Axle · 07-13-2019, 10:17 AM

ATF has been the best long term. A few applications at first and then forgetaboutit for a long time.

Alex.

07-02-2019, 05:06 AM	#1
72velle Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Bluffton, SC Posts: 59	Lubricant for door hinges? What do I use to lubricate my door hinges and mechanisms? 3 in1, grease? Thanks!

07-02-2019, 08:45 AM	#2
geezer#99 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Bowser Posts: 13,731	Re: Lubricant for door hinges? I’ve always used atf. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/DEXRON

07-02-2019, 09:49 AM	#3
cadillac_al Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Maine Posts: 2,374	Re: Lubricant for door hinges? The owners manuals back in the day said to use engine oil. __________________ 76 Chevy K20 76 GMC K15 77 Chevy C10 77 Chevy K10

07-02-2019, 10:16 AM	#4
MJN Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Maquoketa, Ia/ Orr, Mn Posts: 3,051	Re: Lubricant for door hinges? I had historically used WD-40 or Liquid Wrench but since switched to AMSOIL MP. https://www.amsoil.com/shop/by-produ...tal-protector/ __________________ '51 South Bend Model "9A" '56 Chevy 3600 NAPCO '74 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20-restored on 37's '72 GMC Sierra Custom K2500- in progress '08 GMC Envoy Denali '12 GMC Sierra 2500HD Denali '17 GMC Yukon XL VCCA member #58596 http://www.nohrco.com

07-02-2019, 11:51 AM	#5
fordguy40 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Montclair, CA Posts: 149	Re: Lubricant for door hinges? I'm using WD40 spray lithium grease. It goes on a bit runny, but it dries to a thin, slightly opaque film. __________________ A few Fords and a couple of Chevys

07-02-2019, 12:40 PM	#6
truckin 79 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: CO Posts: 749	Re: Lubricant for door hinges? I recently found Tri-flow, it is a bicycle chain lube. This stuff is great penetrates well and works great on door hinges, hood hinges, window tracks and hood latches. This stuff is amazing and very low odor with just a couple applications loosens metal to metal contact up in seconds. I used this one some rusty Trans Am seat tracks that were not moving at all. Once I applied this they were gliding along with no binding. I also used this on my trucks drivers hinge since the little star thing was not moving freely and I suspect is what broke the door hinge. A little dab and little star thing was moving and no more squeak. __________________ 79 Chevy 2wd BIG10 350 TH400

07-02-2019, 02:46 PM	#7
Dead Parrot Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 2,610	Re: Lubricant for door hinges? I use what ever is in my blue oil can, which is usually 30w non-detergent oil.

07-02-2019, 06:03 PM	#8
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,310	Re: Lubricant for door hinges? ive always used spray lithium grease __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

07-03-2019, 01:40 AM	#9
Ad Cam Registered User Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Downers Grove, IL Posts: 205	Re: Lubricant for door hinges? Fluid Film. Works great and it's solvent free.

07-03-2019, 09:47 AM	#10
skyphix Registered User Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Hampden, ME Posts: 408	Re: Lubricant for door hinges? After this thread popped up, I decided to try to lubricate one of my doors that used to pop and be really difficult to close once it was fully open. I used WD40 - I am not a huge fan of it normally, but so far on my truck, it has recovered my sticky hood hinges and kept them healthy for 6 months now, and the door that popped that I was sure I was going to rebuild the hinge on? Works perfectly. I am sure some of the heavier stuff works better, and I may apply a heavier wax containing lubricant (like bike chain lubricant for wet environments) but for now, WD40 saved the day. __________________ Eric 1980 C10 SWB 2003 Chevy Suburban 2500 LT

07-09-2019, 03:39 AM	#13
Pontiac1976 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Posts: 766	Re: Lubricant for door hinges? I used WD-40 w/ 10% 5W30 oil mixed in spray bottle. spring Then I use some kind a spray lithium grease. keep out the water. __________________ 1977 REG cab Long Bed with a 1984 Front Clip, 82 305 .60 over 9.0.1 flat top pistons, 4bbl, TH350, w/84 SS-intake & cam , w/ 1977 big block rad, 1975 gear box, 1984 master w/ metric fittings top & SAE fitting @ portion block, 1975 3.42 gear open diff. Duel 77-87 Factory air cleaner, duel inlet from rad support . Down sized 9' to new 8' Steel flat bed Was a 77 454 w/308 gear. Taken out 550 lbs. up front with motor clip change.

07-13-2019, 10:17 AM	#14
Axle Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: SW Ontario Posts: 1,212	Re: Lubricant for door hinges? ATF has been the best long term. A few applications at first and then forgetaboutit for a long time. Alex.



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