18th July 2013, 03:08 PM
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Dave,
There are two products you can use on those boots that seep into the rubber and can actually restore rubber within reason.
One is automatic transmission fluid.
My ex father in law swore by this on all rubber hoses, boots etc.
It contains lubricants that are designed to lubricate internal O rings and seals, so it won't damage the rubber, but it smells pretty average.
The other one I have used in car restoration is called Lanotec and is available at all good automotive suppliers. It is a lanolin based product and is amazing.
As an extra bonus, it can be applied to the inside of your 4wd doors etc and will prevent rust. I use Lanotec on all window and door rubbers, hoses, boots, vinyl even and in the boot and car door to prevent rust.
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