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Old 01-14-2009, 06:59 PM
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is there any odor from the spray?

Also, is it full strength or 50/50?
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Old 01-14-2009, 07:39 PM
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Not that I can detect. Full strength. Just went into our boat shop and found a 1/2 a jug of generic green ethel glycol, think it was called "Prime".

So far it has been fine all day at 9 degrees. Will see how it is in the AM, temps are supposed to drop below zero.
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If I can get my doors open in the morning, I will try this. Current temp are at 12 degrees and falling. Friday's high is 7!
Also, I carry a 100' cord and a duel stage 1500 degree heat gun in the back just in case I get locked out during the day.
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skiboats,

If this proves to be a good reasonably long-lasting solution, you are going to be a hero to many on this site. That's a great recommendation from your dealer.

Since my first freeze-up episode, I've been spraying a bit of Jig-a-Loo lubricant spray at the door handle and latch area once a week. I just lift up the door handle and shoot it into the two openings. So far I haven't frozen up any more, but that's probably because it's only been cold, not cold AND wet. The true test is when it's both cold and snowy/wet outside. I will definitely take your recommendation and spray a bit of antifreeze in there, it certainly can't hurt.
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Old 01-15-2009, 09:07 AM
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It has been 14 hrs of sub zero, well it is up to 9 now as I post from my iPhone

My door flew open.

The handle lifted with ease with no binding at all. Smooth as silk.
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Old 01-15-2009, 10:12 AM
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Nice! Wish I'd have known about this last year!
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Old 01-15-2009, 11:13 AM
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to the OP: great result on my x, the door handles usually freeze up around 28 degrees. i put some last night, now i woke up and it was around 17 degrees and the door handles work pretty well like it's summer time...lolz...btw...i might put more later on just to be on the safe side since it's going to get colder tomorrow....thanks a lot!
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Old 01-15-2009, 04:30 PM
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to the OP: great result on my x, the door handles usually freeze up around 28 degrees. i put some last night, now i woke up and it was around 17 degrees and the door handles work pretty well like it's summer time...lolz...btw...i might put more later on just to be on the safe side since it's going to get colder tomorrow....thanks a lot!
Your welcome! Glad it worked for you. I was amazed myself, that it worked so well.

Guess I better acknowledge Towne Automotive Group/ Towne BMW in Buffalo. They have always treated me very well. I have been a customer for many years with various vehicles. Their service is superior and reasonable.
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Old 01-15-2009, 05:24 PM
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Do you think this would work after a car wash? I am very leary this time of year to wash my car when it is consistantly below freezing for this very problem.
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Old 01-15-2009, 05:44 PM
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I might go for it. My car looks like ET when he is sick.
That's what my kids say.

It is supposed to be 1 out tomorrow.
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