Lubing the HWH Jacks with what ?
I have a 2004 Tiffin Phaeton with jacks that have begun to be slow when coming up and almost need a boost with a 2.4 to make it back up into the housing to be ready for the road. Do I need to lube the...
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deereone wrote:Ka Ron wrote:
I use transmission fluid on a rag to lube the jack and works good
I think you hit the nail on the head. The seals get a little on the dry side and if you extent them full and wipe them down with ATF, then retract while wet with ATF most times there good to go.
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HWH jacks use ATF to lubricate. Do not use silicone unless you clean thoroughly with WD40 and wipe dry with a clean, dry rag.
HWH Info Bul. ml47149 wrote:
Basic cleaning of the complete jack assembly is accomplished with the use of soap and water.
Spaying the jacks with a spray wand at a car wash would be acceptable.
The only time a jack rod would need cleaning is if the jack has been extended for a period of time.
The jack should not be extended just to clean the rod.
WARNING:
If the jack is extended, use soap and water or WD-40 on the jack rod then wipe the rod dry with a clean
cloth.
FORWARD OR BACKWARD WITHOUT WARNING CAUSING INJURY OR DEATH.
IMPORTANT: Do not use a dirty rag to wipe the jack rod or do not wipe the jack rod if it is coated with dirt.
This could scratch and damage the rod. Make sure to use water or WD-40 to loosen any dirt before
wiping the jack rod.
If the jack rod has been greased or silicone sprays have been used on the jack rod, use WD-40 to loosen
the grease or silicone and wipe the rod clean.
Link to HWH Info Bul. ml47149
