Colin Buttimer typed this message on 6/26/04 10:59 AM: > I've had my 15" Albook for a few months and the hinge has gradually become > more reluctant - to the point now where it loudly cracks every time I open > it. Do you think WD40 would be safe to use as lubricant - if not, I'd > appreciate suggestions. I read somewhere that cautious use of Silicon Lube will do the job. As a matter of fact I used it in a previous Ti Powerbook and it freed it up nicely. But you should only use a drop at a time in the hinge openings. Now this worked in a Ti PB. I can't vouch for an Al PB. jg