WHAT OIL TO LUBE ROOF MECHANISM

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projoy

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 sheffield
Can any one tell me what oil to use to lube the roof mechanism +do you use wd40 first then oil :?
thanks projoy
 
WD40 isn't a lubricant. :) You might use it to disperse water, but not sure what its long term relationship with oil products is like :?
 
some one told me to use bike chain lube not sure on this one as it is a grease.just wondered if you cleaned of with wd40 before you but oil on :?
 
Where do you lube please...i was told by the dealer there is nothing to lube...
Thanks for you replie!!if you show me pics where to lube and the best lube to use!

Thanks for your time!!
 
Z4racer said:
Where do you lube please...i was told by the dealer there is nothing to lube...
Thanks for you replie!!if you show me pics where to lube and the best lube to use!
Thanks for your time!!
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Dealers are so dull sometimes, so metal pivot hinges on a canvas roof exposed to sun/dust/damp will never need lubricating because the manual doesn't mention it :headbang:

My roof stuck a couple of years ago so I used some light cycle oil which cured it - roof motor panic over :oops: (3in10 would do fine).

I start from inside with the roof up and use a little on the hinges you can see, drop the roof half way and continue, then all the way down to get to the remainder. Don't forget the fly-out catches in the front of the roof header rail. Don't use WD40 as it will release seized parts but also removes lubricants and is NOT a lubricant. Avoid using too much as it will drip on your leather and attract grit.
 
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