What do you use to lube your stabilizer jacks?
What do you use to lube your stabilizer jacks, both the threaded rod part and the various pivot points in the mechanism? Thanks
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I found a long time ago that WD-40 has to be reapplied frequently.
I use a couple of drops of straight weight motor oil in the key places you are asking about. Its coats them nicely, prevents rust, and typically lasts for a couple of years before it needs to be done again.
I know someone is going to slam this for "attracting dirt", but I've been doing this on several trailers over a 22 year period and have never had dirt be a problem. The reality is that the stabilizers are not only exposed but they are in the worst possible place on the trailer as far as exposure. No matter what you use you can't prevent dirt from getting on them unless you cover them in bags when traveling.
I use a couple of drops of straight weight motor oil in the key places you are asking about. Its coats them nicely, prevents rust, and typically lasts for a couple of years before it needs to be done again.
I know someone is going to slam this for "attracting dirt", but I've been doing this on several trailers over a 22 year period and have never had dirt be a problem. The reality is that the stabilizers are not only exposed but they are in the worst possible place on the trailer as far as exposure. No matter what you use you can't prevent dirt from getting on them unless you cover them in bags when traveling.
