Retractable Running Boards - winter lube?

[migizi]

Any recommendations on lubrication for the Automatic Retractable Running Boards that will withstand the cool temps of a Minnesota Winter (-10℉ to -20℉)

 

 

[Matt_]

Not sure who makes the OEM, but AMP Research states specifically to only use silicon spray, NO other lubes or oils. I think less 'stuff' in linkage that could add friction, the better. 

[ksfarmdude]

if you have access to a heated wash bay to keep the salt and ice build up off its one of the best ways to prevent binding other than that  any lubricant will be a short term fix

[migizi]

18 hours ago, Matt_ said:

Not sure who makes the OEM, but AMP Research states specifically to only use silicon spray, NO other lubes or oils. I think less 'stuff' in linkage that could add friction, the better. 

I picked up some Silicon spray and will give that a try

[migizi]

4 hours ago, ksfarmdude said:

if you have access to a heated wash bay to keep the salt and ice build up off its one of the best ways to prevent binding other than that  any lubricant will be a short term fix

I wash my truck 1-2 times weekly - some claim that a car can be washed too much - guess its a sort of Paradox

don't wash it enough and you get dirt/rust, wash it too much and you create other issues ?!?

 

[Hoginedgewood]

Motorkote

[lapoolboy]

AMP recommends NO lubricant - just keep clean.  They even suggest a pressure washer.

[migizi]

AMP must not drive in Minnesota Winters with all the salt, sand, snow and ice

 - and using a pressure washer in 20 below is not very practical