I used GUNK to remove all of the old crud from the bottom, top and rear panel sliders, then I used regular grease all along the way for each slider. Some folks prefer oil on the bottom slider due to sand etc, but I'm careful and I use grease. Also, I find it best to remove the cover of the rear slider (that is under the right rear window) to get gooed acess to the rillers. Find the 2 (I think) screws up in there and then the cover comes off by pushing straight up (I think). More on this in the archives. Gravity will slide my door open/closed if I'm parked on an hill! I also use a liberal amount of anti-rust oil by KROWN.COM. M
--- Todd Last <rubatoguy@COMCAST.NET> wrote: > What is the best way to lubricate the sliding door? > Mine has gotten very noisy and feels like the wheel at the bottom is sticking or dirty. >
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