Originally posted by horseydug:
Lubrication rarely the solution to what is usually a bend in antenna mast that prevents smooth operation. Check when mast is fully extended for any bends, small ones can usually be corrected by carefully bending by hand.
There is no bend at all in the mast. I only have problems with it when the temperature is dropping below a certain point. When it's not so cold, it operates very smoothly, but it "jams" when it's getting colder. That's why I'm suspecting the grease in the motor housing...
