Preventitive rust spray on door hinges

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If its a car hinge for a normal door I believe most car manufacturers specify a heavy oil like gear oil. Owners manual.

I would say proper lubrication first, prevent rust second.

Now if you have external hinges like my Suburban had on the rear (barn door style I think they call them) then maybe Amsoil HD Metal Protector.

I use chain lubricant for normal car door hinges (like bicycle & motorcycle chain). Mainly because I have a spray can.
 
Originally Posted By: coopns
Recommendations for the door hinges to prevent rust? Best type of spray?

White lithium grease is often used.
 
Originally Posted By: Tegger
Originally Posted By: coopns
Recommendations for the door hinges to prevent rust? Best type of spray?

White lithium grease is often used.



I normally use this, though if there is a squeak or similar I will use wd40 to clean things out, remove all the old grease and muck then redo with more lithium grease, very handy in the aerosol cans, I normally have one in a cubby hole in the boot along with some wd40 or similar product.
 
My personal best/fav, as others have recommended. "self-healing"

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Originally Posted By: Donald
If its a car hinge for a normal door I believe most car manufacturers specify a heavy oil like gear oil. Owners manual.

I would say proper lubrication first, prevent rust second.

Now if you have external hinges like my Suburban had on the rear (barn door style I think they call them) then maybe Amsoil HD Metal Protector.

I use chain lubricant for normal car door hinges (like bicycle & motorcycle chain). Mainly because I have a spray can.

Exactly! Chain oil is great - goes in thin. Carrier evaporates to leave a great lube.
 
Boeshield T9 is a clear, slightly waxy, slightly thick corrosion preventative. It's perfect for door hinges. It's a bit light duty for underbody and chassis protection.
 
Originally Posted By: coopns
One car is brand new, other is 02. Is T9 ok for both?


Yes, in fact, applying T9 inside doors and in seams when a vehicle is new will reduce the risk of long term corrosion.
 
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