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  • Rob A.
    Expired
    • December 1, 1991
    • 2126

    '66 seat track lubrication

    I took the seats out of my '66 to lubricate the tracks. Can anyone recommend a good cleaning and lubricating process? It doesn't seem that easy to get the lubrication where I think it needs to go. I don't want to use WD40 or anything that will leave an odor.
  • Bill W.
    Very Frequent User
    • November 1, 1977
    • 402

    #2
    Re: '66 seat track lubrication

    Howdy Rob,

    If your seat covers are still on the frames, protect them. Most cleaners won't do them any good. We used Berrymans B-12 carb cleaner with good results on the tracks in my '66. For lubrication, "lubriplate" worked fine. I wouldn't use chassis grease, it will dry and harden. If you turn the seats upside down and use a hair dryer to warm the metal, then work the tracks back and forth while applying the lubliplate, you should be happy with the results. Bill

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    • Rob A.
      Expired
      • December 1, 1991
      • 2126

      #3
      Re: '66 seat track lubrication

      Bill,

      The seat covers are still on. I'll try your cleaning method. Can lubriplate be found at Pep Boys, etc.?

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      • Bill W.
        Very Frequent User
        • November 1, 1977
        • 402

        #4
        Re: '66 seat track lubrication

        Rob, Yes, it's widely available in both spray can or squeeze tube. Bill

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        • Stephen L.
          Extremely Frequent Poster
          • May 31, 1984
          • 3148

          #5
          Re: '66 seat track lubrication

          Why don't you take the tracks off the seats and then you can clean them any way you want. Just 4 bolts per seat. I cleaned mine and then used Ultra Flat Olive drab krylon paint. Came out very close to original. Most of original finish was gone....

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          • John O.
            Very Frequent User
            • May 31, 1998
            • 480

            #6
            Re: '66 seat track lubrication

            Hi Rob

            What Steve said about removing the tracks is the best way so you don't get an odor on the seats and you can clean them good. I would recommend White Lithium Grease. It comes in a Spray Can and can be purchased at any automotive store. I'm using it on my tracks.

            John

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            • Rob A.
              Expired
              • December 1, 1991
              • 2126

              #7
              Thanks for all the replies....

              ...I was able to clean and lubricate the tracks. The seats adjust easily now. The passenger side would hardly move before.

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