Slow windows

[Mr. Man]

Windows are slow going up and I don't think the track is jigged. So I went to the store to find some spray stuff to lube them up. I don't want to use WD-40(blue can). The store had silicone lube and dry lube. Which one should I get or is there a better product? :)

[SOSA03]

White lithium grease

[Turbov6Bryan]

Dry graphite lube. Does not collect dirt and dust

[mm svt]

Look for the kenne brown boost a window mod

[Ambitious1]

Windows are slow going up and I don't think the track is jigged. So I went to the store to find some spray stuff to lube them up. I don't want to use WD-40(blue can). The store had silicone lube and dry lube. Which one should I get or is there a better product? :)

Is it just one window or all four?

[Mr. Man]

Is it just one window or all four?They all seem slower than when new, but a couple are slower than the others. I'm imagining the slide area is catching them as they go up and need to be a bit less frictiony. Thought I'd spray with a lube to do that but not sure what's best.

[Marauderjack]

Dry graphite lube. Does not collect dirt and dust

^^^THIS!!^^^:beer:

[Krytin]

I have used the silicone dry lube spray on my cars' window tracks/guides and it works.

[Mr. Man]

Thanks guys. I'll pick up some of the dry stuff and we'll see what happens.

[NavySeabee]

I have the same problem with my driver side window. Think I may take care of that this weekend.

I'm sure it's been discussed, but would someone point to a link to removing the interior door panels so I don't break any clips or whatever there is to break? Thanks!

Sorry to hijack the thread a bit Mr. Man! lol

[Mr. Man]

I have the same problem with my driver side window. Think I may take care of that this weekend.

I'm sure it's been discussed, but would someone point to a link to removing the interior door panels so I don't break any clips or whatever there is to break? Thanks!

Sorry to hijack the thread a bit Mr. Man! lol
I've wondered this as well, so no prob. Probably a good idea to have nylon or non-metal tools so as to not mark up the plastic.

[MGDriver]

I have the same issue with my passenger side window and was always under the impression that the motor is on its way out?

However if as you say it's just a matter of friction this should be an easy fix. Why would you not recommend using WD-40?

[fastblackmerc]

I've wondered this as well, so no prob. Probably a good idea to have nylon or non-metal tools so as to not mark up the plastic.

The only thing you really need to be careful about is the switch panels.

There is an indentation on the front of the panel, pry up on that, when it comes loose, slide it forward.

[fastblackmerc]

I have the same issue with my passenger side window and was always under the impression that the motor is on its way out?

However if as you say it's just a matter of friction this should be an easy fix. Why would you not recommend using WD-40?

WD-40 is for water displacement.

I'd take off the door panel, make sure the window is aligned correctly, use white lithium grease on the window regulator slide, use a dry-type lube on the rest of the guides.

A wet lube, like silicone, will attract dust and dirt eventually making the problem worse.

[fastblackmerc]

After replacing both front regulators / motor assemblies, mine work just fine.

[whitey]

I have the same issue with my passenger side window and was always under the impression that the motor is on its way out?

However if as you say it's just a matter of friction this should be an easy fix. Why would you not recommend using WD-40?
Because wd40 can damage rubber. Silicone for rubber.

[Marauderjack]

How's the battery.......fully charged??:confused:

Are they slow with the engine running too??:cool:

[Fastbob]

WD-40 is for water displacement.

I'd take off the door panel, make sure the window is aligned correctly, use white lithium grease on the window regulator slide, use a dry-type lube on the rest of the guides.

A wet lube, like silicone, will attract dust and dirt eventually making the problem worse.What he said.....agree 100%.

[Joe Walsh]

When I've noticed the window slowing or dragging;
I've always sprayed the window tracks on my cars with Silicone Spray and it has decreased the friction and load on the window's electric motor, while increasing the window's speed.
Never had any problems with dirt and dust with Silicone Spray.

BTW: You can also redline the engine in neutral to get maximum voltage to the electric window motor....:D
Passersby will be impressed too!

[fastblackmerc]

Also a good idea to spray some silicone on a rag and wipe down the door seals / gaskets. Do this before your first freeze and if any water freezes in between the gasket and the body you'll still be able to open the door.