Date:         Thu, 9 Nov 2000 14:45:32 CST
Reply-To:     Steve Sandlin <vwcarlocks@HOTMAIL.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Steve Sandlin <vwcarlocks@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: storage
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An item I'd suggest to anyone storing their Vanagon (or any vehicle) is
lubrication of the locks.  I'd suggest a shot of Tri-Flow or other Teflon
based lubricant into each keyway.  WD-40 would be a last resort.  This is
really a good time to lube the locks for everyone, as the winter salt can
really create havoc with the locks.  Many of the bad handles I get from
areas that salt the roads are so corroded that they are unusable. Oddly
enough, the vast majority of corroded handles are the sliding door handles
and the right door handle.  I assume it's because there's more salty slush
sprayed up on the right side.  Just my suggestions.
Steve Sandlin
Steve's Lock Shoppe  www.steveslockshop.com
'84 Wolfsburg Westy
'79 Transporter
'00 New Beetle
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