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raydm6

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A couple of the doors on my my Summitar barndoor hood (SOOPD) are a bit sticky and need to be manually extended. I was wondering if anyone has any tips on how to lubricate the springs? (I think that's what needs to be lubricated).

I was thinking of some light hobby/watch oil and applying a tiny drop with one of those syringe/needle applicators. I was also thinking of graphite powder as I don't know if the oil might attack the finish or matte coating inside the hood.

Any tips would be appreciated!

Thanks.

- Ray
 
Graphite

Graphite

I'd be really careful about using graphite powder. It tends to smear everywhere and is very difficult to remove.
I think sewing machine oil might be the go.
 
I've used PTFE spray with much success. It has excellent lubricating properies at low and high temperatures and it is water repellent.
 
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