Squeaky door

[Automobilist]

Any bright ideas how to eliminate the annoying squeaks from the entry door?

[The Danes Are Coming]

Lubricate the part that is causing the squeaking I would suggest.

Is this a trick question?

[Automobilist]

Yes, it is a trick question! I've sprayed silicon on the rubber door seal, and it stops squeaking for a couple hours, but gradually starts squeaking again until it's really pretty loud. Fill me in on what else should be lubricated, and with what type of lube so we can have a nice quiet ride.

[doc]

We had the same problem with the Itasca Horizon we had before our current coach. This will sound strange, but it worked for quite a while. Adjust the latch on the door to make sure it is closing tightly. BUT, it might still squeak some. I then dusted the gasket area with baby powder and it stopped. Need to get a good coat on the rubber surface. I used a dry washcloth as a makeshift powderpuff.

[Automobilist]

Thank you. Finally a good use for my angora powderpuff...

[Finhawk]

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Originally Posted by Automobilist Any bright ideas how to eliminate the annoying squeaks from the entry door?

Maybe a new Elipse?

[Journey39n]

Remember that silicon sprays like WD40 are great for displacing water, and cleaning some surfaces. But they soon evaporate, leaving a dry (and possibly) squeeky part.

It is best to use something that leaves a residue that will coat the surfaces. Sometimes you want a dry lube like graphite, or a greasy like lithum grease.

On metal parts, door locks, etc., I prefer BoeShield T-9 that works like WD40, but leaves a waxy residue. (yes invented by Boeing for aircraft maintenance). Talcum (baby) powder does work great on soft rubber seals and such, if they stay dry!

[Martind4]

I've had good luck with a bees wax stick, just rub it on the affected parts. It is friendly to clothes, doesn't stain like graphite and is somewhat resistant to water.