I use WD40 and/or White Silicone spray (whichever one is handy) on my Ranger
seat posts. I think those posts are aluminum (mine are) and it is the
galling of the aluminum. I suspect the sockets are aluminum also, aluminum
on aluminum does not run well together. I have a galling problem with
aluminum on wood so if the sockets are plastic it may be a galling
problem.Visit the "goop" counter in your local hardware store. As mentioned
in another message, "Never-Seize" would be a good one to look at. There are
several products along that order. I recently bought a small plastic box of
Silicone grease for such occasions. It has been too long ago that I was
into assigning the specs for these materials so can not think of the
specifics. Graphite is good but is staining and messy. As far as
"straighten this out once and for all", I think you will see a lasting
effect with the silicone, I do. WD40 will not last very long but is a quick
fix. I have also, in my work days, specified Teflon coatings on bushing
type bearings and I know there is a lasting effect after the Teflon is
apparently long gone. I was assured of that by the material supplier and he
was correct. If you have a source and/or applicator for Teflon it would be
great, but it does have to be mechanically locked to the surface, i.e.. sand
blasting before application. Bushing type bearings for turning shafts are
aluminum also but they are alloyed and are fed oil by one method or the
other to maintain a film and the oil film keeps them from touching.

I have had considerable operation problems with the seat elevation release
not holding and/or releasing. Even, had to have one post replaced. Again,
WD40.

Al Crumrine

"Rich Pierro" wrote in message
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I have a Ranger boat and like most bass boats it has interchangeable
seating with posts that fit in holes in the floor. Anyway, mine seem to
be
binding Snipped
I'd like to straighten this out once and for all, any suggestions?
Also, what kind of lubricant would work well on the plastic lining of
the hole? I'm afraid to use anything that might soften up the plastic.
Rich P