Is there any recommended lubrication for Type 3 Seat Runners ?
One of my Plastic Seat Runners has broken, so I’ll be replacing either just that one or all 4.
Only thing I can think of that is not going to melt and run away is Graphite.
Ta,
Steve
Seat Runner Lubrication
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Re: Seat Runner Lubrication
I'm sure someone will correct me if I'm wrong, but they don't need any lubrication.
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Re: Seat Runner Lubrication
I don't think they do, but a very thin smear of graphite grease wouldn't do any harm.
Dave
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411 2-door saloon
Re: Seat Runner Lubrication
Grease will attack the plastic though, if anything use a silicone lube.
Re: Seat Runner Lubrication
Yep you're right Simon, they're nylon so naturally self lubricate.if you must then use a pencil and rub the graphite on the runner. Dont use grease, it will cause the nylon to go brittle and crack
The sultan of swing
Re: Seat Runner Lubrication
Whether it's right or wrong, I had to put a small amount of silicone lube on my new runners, as the seats were very difficult to move. They move much more freely now.
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