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Car Door Rubber Seals
My car doors, especially the passenger side and the trunk occasionally
freeze up in winter, car is parked outside, I have no garage. Unlocking them you feel them move so that is implying to me it is the rubber seals, freezing to the metal, and I do not want to force it and pull or damage the seals. Is there any that I can put on the rubber seals that will stop this. (next time I can open them that is). -- Froz.... |
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On Tue, 20 Dec 2016 11:03:58 -0500
FrozenNorth wrote: My car doors, especially the passenger side and the trunk occasionally freeze up in winter, car is parked outside, I have no garage. Unlocking them you feel them move so that is implying to me it is the rubber seals, freezing to the metal, and I do not want to force it and pull or damage the seals. Is there any that I can put on the rubber seals that will stop this. (next time I can open them that is). Rub a light coating of oil on them = no more freezing shut. |
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On Tuesday, December 20, 2016 at 11:04:02 AM UTC-5, FrozenNorth wrote:
My car doors, especially the passenger side and the trunk occasionally freeze up in winter, car is parked outside, I have no garage. Unlocking them you feel them move so that is implying to me it is the rubber seals, freezing to the metal, and I do not want to force it and pull or damage the seals. Is there any that I can put on the rubber seals that will stop this. (next time I can open them that is). -- Froz.... Maybe a light coating of silicone spray lube, applied with a cloth or paper towel? |
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On Tuesday, December 20, 2016 at 11:04:02 AM UTC-5, FrozenNorth wrote:
My car doors, especially the passenger side and the trunk occasionally freeze up in winter, car is parked outside, I have no garage. Unlocking them you feel them move so that is implying to me it is the rubber seals, freezing to the metal, and I do not want to force it and pull or damage the seals. Is there any that I can put on the rubber seals that will stop this. (next time I can open them that is). -- Froz.... Option 1 of 2: Apply Micropore surgical tape to the metal surface where the seals contact the metal. (Obviously, clean them first) Honda Odyssey sliding doors had a habit of sticking to the metal frame, not just in the winter, but it was typically worse in cold weather. Sometimes they stuck so bad that people actually ripped the door handle out of the door (BTDT). A surgeon in Nebraska came up with this solution: http://www.odyclub.com/forums/attach...ix_2005-2-.jpg Option 2 of 2: Honda owners love ShinEtsu Grease: https://www.amazon.com/Honda-Genuine.../dp/B006Z9TZ9M It typically comes in a box with a Honda part number as shown he https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon....L._SL1500_.jpg Just keep in mind that just about anything greasy that you apply to door seals have the potential of getting on clothes, etc. Good luck and stay warm. |
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On Tue, 20 Dec 2016 11:03:58 -0500, FrozenNorth
wrote: My car doors, especially the passenger side and the trunk occasionally freeze up in winter, car is parked outside, I have no garage. Unlocking them you feel them move so that is implying to me it is the rubber seals, freezing to the metal, and I do not want to force it and pull or damage the seals. Is there any that I can put on the rubber seals that will stop this. (next time I can open them that is). Believe it or not, WD-40 might be your solution. WD-40 is a water displacing agent and is recommended for prolonging the life of seals such as those found on car doors. I would try it on one door seal and see if it helps your problem. |
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On 2016-12-20 11:03 AM, FrozenNorth wrote:
My car doors, especially the passenger side and the trunk occasionally freeze up in winter, car is parked outside, I have no garage. Unlocking them you feel them move so that is implying to me it is the rubber seals, freezing to the metal, and I do not want to force it and pull or damage the seals. Is there any that I can put on the rubber seals that will stop this. (next time I can open them that is). Thanks all, it is supposed to get above 0C tomorrow, if I can pop the doors open, I will try one of these suggestions. -- Froz.... |
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On Tuesday, December 20, 2016 at 8:42:11 AM UTC-8, FrozenNorth wrote:
On 2016-12-20 11:03 AM, FrozenNorth wrote: My car doors, especially the passenger side and the trunk occasionally freeze up in winter, car is parked outside, I have no garage. Unlocking them you feel them move so that is implying to me it is the rubber seals, freezing to the metal, and I do not want to force it and pull or damage the seals. Is there any that I can put on the rubber seals that will stop this. (next time I can open them that is). Thanks all, it is supposed to get above 0C tomorrow, if I can pop the doors open, I will try one of these suggestions. -- Froz.... I would try the products Derbydad suggested first and WD-40 does not work well with that type of rubber. |
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On 12/20/2016 11:03 AM, FrozenNorth wrote:
My car doors, especially the passenger side and the trunk occasionally freeze up in winter, car is parked outside, I have no garage. Unlocking them you feel them move so that is implying to me it is the rubber seals, freezing to the metal, and I do not want to force it and pull or damage the seals. Is there any that I can put on the rubber seals that will stop this. (next time I can open them that is). I second the silicone lubricant bd wouldn't even consider WD-40. Spray a rag and wipe on all the rubber parts. Finito! |
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On 12/20/2016 12:47 PM, Meanie wrote:
On 12/20/2016 11:03 AM, FrozenNorth wrote: My car doors, especially the passenger side and the trunk occasionally freeze up in winter, car is parked outside, I have no garage. Unlocking them you feel them move so that is implying to me it is the rubber seals, freezing to the metal, and I do not want to force it and pull or damage the seals. Is there any that I can put on the rubber seals that will stop this. (next time I can open them that is). I second the silicone lubricant bd wouldn't even consider WD-40. Spray a rag and wipe on all the rubber parts. Finito! Oops, noticed my typo which should have read "I wouldn't...." |
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On 2016-12-20 3:03 PM, Meanie wrote:
On 12/20/2016 12:47 PM, Meanie wrote: On 12/20/2016 11:03 AM, FrozenNorth wrote: My car doors, especially the passenger side and the trunk occasionally freeze up in winter, car is parked outside, I have no garage. Unlocking them you feel them move so that is implying to me it is the rubber seals, freezing to the metal, and I do not want to force it and pull or damage the seals. Is there any that I can put on the rubber seals that will stop this. (next time I can open them that is). I second the silicone lubricant bd wouldn't even consider WD-40. Spray a rag and wipe on all the rubber parts. Finito! Oops, noticed my typo which should have read "I wouldn't...." I figured that out, and was a little leery of that suggestion myself, when I go out next I will stop by Canadian Tire and see about the silicone lubricant. -- Froz.... |
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On 12/20/2016 3:13 PM, FrozenNorth wrote:
On 2016-12-20 3:03 PM, Meanie wrote: On 12/20/2016 12:47 PM, Meanie wrote: On 12/20/2016 11:03 AM, FrozenNorth wrote: My car doors, especially the passenger side and the trunk occasionally freeze up in winter, car is parked outside, I have no garage. Unlocking them you feel them move so that is implying to me it is the rubber seals, freezing to the metal, and I do not want to force it and pull or damage the seals. Is there any that I can put on the rubber seals that will stop this. (next time I can open them that is). I second the silicone lubricant bd wouldn't even consider WD-40. Spray a rag and wipe on all the rubber parts. Finito! Oops, noticed my typo which should have read "I wouldn't...." I figured that out, and was a little leery of that suggestion myself, when I go out next I will stop by Canadian Tire and see about the silicone lubricant. The silicone spray should not affect the rubber. That is what I'd use. |
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On Tue, 20 Dec 2016 12:47:12 -0500, Meanie wrote:
On 12/20/2016 11:03 AM, FrozenNorth wrote: My car doors, especially the passenger side and the trunk occasionally freeze up in winter, car is parked outside, I have no garage. Unlocking them you feel them move so that is implying to me it is the rubber seals, freezing to the metal, and I do not want to force it and pull or damage the seals. Is there any that I can put on the rubber seals that will stop this. (next time I can open them that is). I second the silicone lubricant bd wouldn't even consider WD-40. Spray a rag and wipe on all the rubber parts. Finito! We usesd to use glycerine all the time years ago when I worked at the service station. I have a bottle that I am going to open up and treat all my weatherstrip as soon as I have some time and nice weather. |
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On Tue, 20 Dec 2016 19:14:12 -0500, Frank "frank wrote:
On 12/20/2016 3:13 PM, FrozenNorth wrote: On 2016-12-20 3:03 PM, Meanie wrote: On 12/20/2016 12:47 PM, Meanie wrote: On 12/20/2016 11:03 AM, FrozenNorth wrote: My car doors, especially the passenger side and the trunk occasionally freeze up in winter, car is parked outside, I have no garage. Unlocking them you feel them move so that is implying to me it is the rubber seals, freezing to the metal, and I do not want to force it and pull or damage the seals. Is there any that I can put on the rubber seals that will stop this. (next time I can open them that is). I second the silicone lubricant bd wouldn't even consider WD-40. Spray a rag and wipe on all the rubber parts. Finito! Oops, noticed my typo which should have read "I wouldn't...." I figured that out, and was a little leery of that suggestion myself, when I go out next I will stop by Canadian Tire and see about the silicone lubricant. The silicone spray should not affect the rubber. That is what I'd use. I have used a "door Eze stick in the past too - it is a stick of silicone grease. I really don't lioke silicone around anything I might possibly have to paint in the future. That crap is NASTY |
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On Tuesday, December 20, 2016 at 10:04:02 AM UTC-6, FrozenNorth wrote:
My car doors, especially the passenger side and the trunk occasionally freeze up in winter, car is parked outside, I have no garage. Unlocking them you feel them move so that is implying to me it is the rubber seals, freezing to the metal, and I do not want to force it and pull or damage the seals. Is there any that I can put on the rubber seals that will stop this. (next time I can open them that is). -- Froz.... Hey Froz. I'd try some saw wax on the seals and mating surfaces. I kept a tube in my toolbox and used it for a lot of things besides cutting, drilling and tapping threads. I used it to lube locks and fix squeaking doors. The wax stick is non toxic and non staining and won't damage the rubber seals or sea lions. I bought mine from the industrial supply house or hardware store. ヽ(€¢€¿€¢)ノ http://www.woodcraft.com/Product/144...Lubricant.aspx http://www.grizzly.com/products/F-16...x-Stick/T27210 https://www.amazon.com/BruteLube-XLU.../dp/B007XCUXLO [8~{} Uncle Wax Monster |
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On 12/20/2016 11:03 AM, FrozenNorth wrote:
My car doors, especially the passenger side and the trunk occasionally freeze up in winter, car is parked outside, I have no garage. Unlocking them you feel them move so that is implying to me it is the rubber seals, freezing to the metal, and I do not want to force it and pull or damage the seals. Is there any that I can put on the rubber seals that will stop this. (next time I can open them that is). Prestone radiator antifreeze? |
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My car doors, especially the passenger side and the trunk occasionally
freeze up in winter, car is parked outside, I have no garage. Unlocking them you feel them move so that is implying to me it is the rubber seals, freezing to the metal, and I do not want to force it and pull or damage the seals. Is there any that I can put on the rubber seals that will stop this. (next time I can open them that is). I usually spray silicone lubricant on a rag and wipe down the rubber seals. Silicone won't hurt the rubber, but it does need to be reapplied every so often. I would not use other lubricants like WD40 as they may damage the rubber seals over time. You can also try washing and waxing the metal parts of the door that the seals rest against. Good luck! Anthony Watson www.watsondiy.com www.mountainsoftware.com |
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On Thu, 22 Dec 2016 05:14:58 -0000 (UTC), HerHusband
wrote: My car doors, especially the passenger side and the trunk occasionally freeze up in winter, car is parked outside, I have no garage. Unlocking them you feel them move so that is implying to me it is the rubber seals, freezing to the metal, and I do not want to force it and pull or damage the seals. Is there any that I can put on the rubber seals that will stop this. (next time I can open them that is). I usually spray silicone lubricant on a rag and wipe down the rubber seals. Silicone won't hurt the rubber, but it does need to be reapplied every so often. I would not use other lubricants like WD40 as they may damage the rubber seals over time. You can also try washing and waxing the metal parts of the door that the seals rest against. Good luck! Anthony Watson www.watsondiy.com www.mountainsoftware.com Just did the taurus and the Ranger with Glycerine last night I've got a 3 oz bottle - Used about half an ounce som far - and that's twice on the truck for sure - and I think on the Taurus too. |
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FrozenNorth posted for all of us...
My car doors, especially the passenger side and the trunk occasionally freeze up in winter, car is parked outside, I have no garage. Unlocking them you feel them move so that is implying to me it is the rubber seals, freezing to the metal, and I do not want to force it and pull or damage the seals. Is there any that I can put on the rubber seals that will stop this. (next time I can open them that is). Put silicone grease either in stick form, spray or on a rag and wipe the weatherstripping with it. -- Tekkie |
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On Thu, 22 Dec 2016 16:51:35 -0500, Tekkie®
wrote: FrozenNorth posted for all of us... My car doors, especially the passenger side and the trunk occasionally freeze up in winter, car is parked outside, I have no garage. Unlocking them you feel them move so that is implying to me it is the rubber seals, freezing to the metal, and I do not want to force it and pull or damage the seals. Is there any that I can put on the rubber seals that will stop this. (next time I can open them that is). Put silicone grease either in stick form, spray or on a rag and wipe the weatherstripping with it. Once used wheel bearing grease, sparingly, using a paper towel. Isn't the rubber made using petroleum? Never had a problem. Wouldn't Vaseline do the same to prevent sticking? Redneck moved back South |
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