2006-11-29 18:50:28 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
yup wd40. you also could rub a thin layer of vaseline on the stripping as a precaution before the freezing occurs. just watch the clothing getting in and out and try not to touch it.
2006-11-29 18:57:46 · answer #1 · answered by bextersmom97 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
like stated before, the preemptive strike is the most effective.
BUT... WD-40 it a penetrating lube which means its designed to "eat" the things that case fasteners to freeze, sure enough it will also degrade rubber and foam rubber.
dont use the wd-40.
the same can be accomplished with a napkin and some butter or margarine
but to remove ice that has already formed... you most likely wont tear the weatherstripping by pulling it open its actualy some pretty strong stuff, but if you dont want to chance it you can use isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol), blow dryer, HOT water (make sure you dry the jamb thoroughly as to not cause a repeat.
After you have dried it you can use butter, margarine, OR you can go to an auto parts store or walmart... and pick up a bottle of wax or Armor-All Original.
retreat once a month for optimal effect.
2006-11-29 20:13:42 · answer #2 · answered by dark_desparado66 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
go to a store such as staples or office max and purchase a roll of nylon thread tape. about 3/4 to 1 inch wide and tape the weatherstriping side of the vehicle.. it will stay on for a long time and wont freeze to the car.. ive done it and it works in 10 below wheather
2006-11-29 19:41:18 · answer #3 · answered by emanon082264 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its best to get a can or plastic container full of ethinol ( anti-freeze) with a spray tube like WD40. & spray this into the
key-hole, also spray it on the key before inserting it. many
Automotive stores have this.
Another trick, provided you have an electric outlet, is a
hair dryer, the heat will melt the ice in the lock.
Look for an Automotive plug in hair dryer for future emergences. You just need a friends car beside yours.
2006-11-29 19:15:29 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
i'm rather constructive that that's felony because of the fact your son slamming the door in the officers face might provide them probable reason to think of a few thing unlawful is going on. in the adventure that your son might have by no potential spoke back the door and that they could no longer see in the homestead then they might of had to get a warrant to break the door down. even although , whether he did no longer open the door yet they observed him positioned something down or away ( even the distant ) they have the terrific to think of the worst and forcefully enter the homestead. i'm rather constructive that's the way it works.
2016-12-13 17:11:33 · answer #5 · answered by grecco 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take a lint free cloth and spray a light coating of silicone lubricant on it and wipe down the rubber weather stripping. Dont use WD40 it will eventually break down the rubber.
2006-11-29 19:08:14 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Rubbing alcohol is best. Pour around the door. If you buy de-icer you will see that it containg mostly alcohol. If the whole car is covered in ice, a bucket of water will do trick. Take care and enjoy the holidays.
2006-11-29 19:00:18 · answer #7 · answered by Belize69 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
blow in the lock if the lock freezes, as far as the door kick the ice off and make sure your door handle isn't frozen, then pull. if your lucky enough to be near electric outlets, use a hair dryer.
if your wanting a pre-emptive, grease your door jam.
2006-11-29 18:53:48 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Spray WD-40 on the stripping!
2006-11-29 18:52:48 · answer #9 · answered by love_2b_curious 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Try spraying it with cooking spary. It work for me in Germany
2006-11-29 20:18:08 · answer #10 · answered by Kevin M 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋