Lubing door latches

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nailbomb3
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Lubing door latches

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Guys what do you all use to lube your latches? I have one door that requires more force
To close all the way. Thanks !
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Re: Lubing door latches

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regular grease or lithium will work fine
poverty forces one to do unorthodox things

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Re: Lubing door latches

Post by rustyroger »

Don't forget to lube locks and hinges as part of regular maintenance, I use a spray grease for this purpose.

Roger.
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