Antenna Issue

[Wubbman]

Whenever my antenna goes to raise up, it makes an annoying squeaking sound. I'm guessing this is b/c of a lack of lube. What can I use and how should I apply it? I was thinking of WD40, but isn't that a solvent? I don't want that on the paint. Would a good grease work? Thanks.

[amf1932]

WD40 is a lubricant also. I used it on my '94ES for the 9 years I owned this car and it always worked very well. Raise the staff and spray the WD40 onto it. then raise and lower it a couple of times. Wipe off any excess. ;)

[Wubbman]

Thanks Alan. I'll try it here soon.

[steviej]

Tri-Flow© is a spray teflon lubricant that is very good. Most hardware stores and bike stores have it.

Anything thicker than that will attract dirt and dust (ie. a thin coating of lithium grease).

I use it on squeaky doors all the time and it is worth a try....ArmorAll.

I would never use it for its marketed purpose, but it works great as a lubricant.

steviej