On 9/10/04 1:47 PM, "Lastfogel, Darren" <dlastfogel@PLYFORMS.COM> wrote:

> Most all oil based lubricants will attract dust and crud and graphite would
> be the wrong application. one thing you could try is a wax, this is just a
> thought it might not work or be any better then the grease or oils but it
> might be what you are looking for. It is worth a shot.
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Dave Chameides [mailto:docproteus@EARTHLINK.NET]
> Sent: Friday, September 10, 2004 1:38 PM
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Subject: Installing New Front Seats...Lubricant?
> 
> 
> Hey All,
> I just purchased some 86 vanagon seats to put in my 83.  I�m going to clean
> up all the rails on the van and the seats before the install, and I�m
> wondering if anyone has any thoughts on lubricants for the rails.  I�m not a
> WD-40 fan so I was thinking of white lithium grease, but then I thought this
> might end up attracting crud.  Anyone with any experience in this
> department?
> 
> Dave
> 
 my rails have clumps of wax under them - don�t know if this is oem or not
Cory Sammons
84 Westy
99 New Beetle
Gardiner, NY