Thinking of a C70

[Bonefishblues]

Originally Posted by Volvo6

The stuff andy_d linked Gummi Pflege is great for convertibles - keeps the squeaks at bay in my old E36 328i drop top. I think the reason it works is that it softens the rubber as well as lubricating it.

Would suggest using that rather than any other generic lubricants, silicone or otherwise.

Krytox is the OEM stuff, if anyone wants to stay manufacturer recommended. Made of seahorse tears, and just as expensive

[andy_d]

Originally Posted by Kev0607

First I've heard. Silicone spray is fine to use on rubber... it says so on the tin. I've used it on all rubber parts for years & never had an issue.

WD40 oil for example isn't good for rubber. WD40 Silicone spray is fine.

big differences in "silicone spray" ones that are or arent "rubber safe",, as well as the differences between silicone spray oil and silicone spray , all far to vague in there names, leaving you Either "spray and prey" or reading the tin of each one to make sure its "ok"

whereas the item i linked to, as well as being inexpensive IS 100% rubber seals safe


+ sides being "no rubber noises" when used correctly, no residue left on the seals to transfer to clothing, no seals freezing in the winter,, etc etc

[Kev0607]

Originally Posted by andy_d

big differences in "silicone spray" ones that are or arent "rubber safe",, as well as the differences between silicone spray oil and silicone spray , all far to vague in there names, leaving you Either "spray and prey" or reading the tin of each one to make sure its "ok"

whereas the item i linked to, as well as being inexpensive IS 100% rubber seals safe


+ sides being "no rubber noises" when used correctly, no residue left on the seals to transfer to clothing, no seals freezing in the winter,, etc etc

I'll read the tin & save £7 whilst doing so.

[Willber G]

Thanks for all your thoughts. I shall discuss them with my indie next week.

At the moment it's running very well.