Window Motor Oil Recommendations?

[Zambuzan]

Title says it all. I've used WD-40, Heavy Silicone spray, etc. and none seem to do the trick. I've read about putting a little bit of engine oil at the base of the motor but seems like it'll be pretty messy, since the motor spins and theres a little hole at the bottom. Anyone have any experiences?

Long story: So originally my windows would go up and down but in a very rough and clunky manner. I decided to investigate, took all door trim apart and got to the motors, removed them. When I would press a window switch the motor wouldn't "whiiirrrrr" properly. I took apart the little motors, cleaned them, sprayed way too much WD-40 on them and the tracks (car has window tracks, not scissor-style). I tested it and it "whiirrr"-ed correctly for a few seconds but it would just leak out WD-40 from the little hole on the bottom side. I decided to re-install anyway and the motors just wouldn't turn. They click but they seem to be stuck. I could just buy new motors but eh.... Anyone?

[Stanley Rockafella]

IMHO, Wd40 should never be used on ANYTHING to lubricate. It's simply a cleaner that's falsly marketed as a "lubricant".

Not sure what to use, but definetly nothing that's a "spray" or is watery in appearance. You want something that's thicker, that won't turn runny out once under pressure or higher summer temps.

[e30davie]

I'd be Inclined to go for a grease.

[Zambuzan]

Stanley Rockafella e30davie thanks for the responses & suggestions. I'm gonna try some Red N' Tacky grease, will update with results.

[Zambuzan]

Grease worked perfectly. I dabbed a small amount of grease inside at the bottom, where the tip of the motor sits. Then greased the inner walls, now the motor "whiirrrs" like new :)

[g.ruff561]

I have used wheel bearing grease. Door locks, hinges, power antenna mast, window mechanisms, etc. works well, stays put. Water repellent and does not break down in high temps.

[george graves]

IMHO, Wd40 should never be used on ANYTHING to lubricate.

Stanley is right. I'm not saying anything new here that isn't posted 1000 times on the internet. But WD40 is called "WATER DISPLACEMENT 40" - as in it's 40 different things that displace water in a friction surface.

I do like 3-in-1 oil, but it evaporates too fast. Best to use a high temp "RED" grease. Buy a tube, and it will last you a life time. $13.

[agent]

But WD40 is called "WATER DISPLACEMENT 40" because it's the 40th attempt (the successful one) at a formula which displaces water.

Touched that up for you George. ;)

[george graves]

^I think you're right. Thanks.