Body / Glass: Wagonaire Sliding roof locking links

[ndynis]

I'm starting to put the sliding roof locking hardware back on the roof and have a question about what the best lubricant would be for the locking link brackets.

When I took them off there was a really thick, sticky, black substance under each one which I assume is the remains, after 50+years, of some lubricant. Since I won't be getting to this part of the roof again (I hope!) I would like suggestions as to the best, long lasting lubricant I could use in the reassembly. I am thinking maybe Dielectric? Suggestions??

[Son O Lark]

Probably white lithium grease, it's somewhat water proof. It's used in door window mechanisms and such.

[StudeRich]

Studebaker used "Lubriplate" Brand White lithium grease for EVERYTHING! I can not say what the Black stuff is though, dirty white Grease?

[TWChamp]

I used to use a lot of white lithium grease, but found it separates and dries out, so I switched to Mystik JT-6 High Temp red grease about 10 years ago.

[ndynis]

Great information and suggestions. Thanks for taking the time to respond.
I'm just about to post another kind of dumb question but I have not done anything like this since 1961 so I'm a little rusty and unsure. There are so many new products and tools since I last messed with hot rods.
Thanks again.
Nick

[markwhawk]

I use Corrosion Pro spray grease made by Lubrimatic code #11401 on the can.

[Son O Lark]

White lithium does in fact dry out. A synthetic grease may be way to go. TWChamp's Mystik JT-6 high temp red grease sounds like a great substitute.

[ndynis]

Markwhawk, Son O Lark:
Thanks for both suggestions. Love the Forum and the great folks always willing to take a few minutes to help someone else who is having a problem.

You guys are great! (contrary to your picture Son O Lark)

[Guest]

HEY! I think Son O Lark has a great picture.

[ndynis]

HEY! I think Son O Lark has a great picture.

It is great but it isn't exactly what comes to my mind when someone says "great guy."

[Son O Lark]

The picture is of the legendary 'rassler, Dick the Bruiser. He was quite famous here in the Midwest.