Door hinge lube

Dr Oldz

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What are you guys using that doesn't make a mess out of the hinges?
 
I am not sure there is anything that wont make a mess. I use white lithium grease.
 
White Lithium grease in a plastic syringe (similar to what OptiCoat comes in) for precise application. I got mine from a surgical supply store, and filled them from a bucket of lithium grease from autozone.
 
Same here, I just use a little and use it often, not a bunch all at once.
 
dougaross said:
HHS-2000 WURTH Spray Grease Synthetic Lubricant
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I would go with something like that. I've only used motor oil from a squirt bottle, then wipe off the excess - and wipe again over the next few days.
I should use my bike chain lube - just never thought of it.

No way will I use that wax grease they sell for door hinges. I was glad to see my new car didn't have any of that stuff on it.
 
Castrol wheel bearing grease for roller bearing and LPS 2 lube for hinge pins. .

This is a thicker grease that won't separate over time and does a great job lubricating and the LPS 2 gets in the hinge pin area nicely.
 
Cat ji said:
I would go with something like that. I've only used motor oil from a squirt bottle, then wipe off the excess - and wipe again over the next few days.
I should use my bike chain lube - just never thought of it.

No way will I use that wax grease they sell for door hinges. I was glad to see my new car didn't have any of that stuff on it.
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I think general purpose bike chain lube works on the same principle as Wurth. The grease has a carrier so that it goes into tight places, the carrier evaporates leaving just the grease.
 
dougaross said:
I think general purpose bike chain lube works on the same principle as Wurth. The grease has a carrier so that it goes into tight places, the carrier evaporates leaving just the grease.
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The Slide Lube that RV places sell works like that. It is liquid graphite then the carrier goes away. I used it on my companies work truck bin locks that were sticking 6 months ago and they still work great. Haven't had a chance to do my personal truck hinges yet. I picked it up at Camping World.

Dave
 
+1 bike chain grease.

Some varieties come in a plastic syringe making precise application easy. I think the trick of applying lubricant to door hinges is to apply it sparingly and do it on a regular basis.
 
Yes. I just decided to use chain lube instead of using it as an excuse to buy something. :)
 
When I had black car I used to use Mr Moly spray grease (Molybdenum disulfide) . Since I got a white car I switched white lithium grease or clear Wurth spray grease.
 
I have a regular client who owns an 8 bay full service auto repair business and as a courtesy to all of his customers he lubricates their door hinges using Zep Clear Penetrating Grease. He sprays my hinges any time I ask him to and you can't see any residue from the grease.
 
The liquid white lithium grease that comes in a spray can is usually best for door hinges. Spray all the hinges, rollers, ect well and then wipe any excess with a paper towel or old shop rag. Lubing door hinges is usually only needed every few years if done properly.
 
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