Date:         Wed, 14 Dec 2005 06:08:08 EST
Reply-To:     RAlanen@AOL.COM
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From:         Frank Condelli <RAlanen@AOL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Speaking of lubricant.....
Comments: cc: thomas.myers@XEROX.COM
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In a message dated 13/12/2005 6:42:39 P.M. Eastern Standard Time,
LISTSERV@GERRY.VANAGON.COM writes:

I saw  the notes about the lubricating the  latches...

What is the  compound that should be put on the sliding door  rollers?



The rollers really should not be greased, I do  however recommend a light
coating of anti rust inhibitor such as Krown  Oil.  Grease attracts dirt, dust &
debris which will make the operation  rough and wear out the rollers and
track.  The rollers have sealed ball  bearing in them.  That is where the
lubrication is needed.  The grease  in the sealed ball bearings has dried out or has
disappeared after 15 ~ 20 years  of neglect.  The only way to fix this problem
is to remove the roller with  bearings and replace the ball bearings with new
ones if the bearings are worn or  pry off the bearing seal, inject grease, then
replace the seal. Then  reinstall the roller and bearing assemblies.

Cheers,

Frank  Condelli
Almonte, Ontario, Canada
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