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- GjacExplorer IIIAfter trying various lubricants to free the pull handles mine finally needed replacing because they were too hard to open and close. It is not the handle that is hard to move it is actually the plastic blade inside that slides against the rubber seals that stick. On the new set of valves I installed zerk fittings at the top that I can now pump in grease when they begin to get hard to pull.
- Bob_LandryExplorerIn a salt environment, I would also go with Corrosion-X.
- AllegroDNomad
Dannyabear1 wrote:
They are all plastic, use spray 'pledge' works great.
Danny, Many are still an aluminum rod with plastic handle. - tenbearExplorerI use Silicone Spray Lubricant. East to apply and works well.
- John_JoeyExplorerThe best thing I've found to fight the Texas Gulf coast salt is Corrosion-X. Sutherlands and American Academy carry it.
- Patrick45Explorerthanks for you help
- Dannyabear1ExplorerThey are all plastic, use spray 'pledge' works great.
- down_homeExplorer IIUse a silicone lube that is not actually grease. It resembles dielectric compound. I have a tube, in the coach, but it isn't here so don't remember the name. It doesn't gather dirt like grease and stays about the same consistency regardless of temp.
- brireneExplorerReally any dry lubricant should do the job. Lots of different brands out there.
- downtheroadExplorerI like TriFlo. It's a high end lube for motorcycle and bicycle chains. Designed to lubricate and protect, but not attract dirt.
It's also an excellent general purpose lube for lots of stuff on vehicles, RV's, etc.
Any bicycle, motorcycle shop.
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