[ Lamar Boulet asked, "What type of grease should be used on
 [ phono and music box springs?"

You might try looking at clock-supply houses, as clock mainsprings use
a good non-drying, non-gumming grease.  Look for "Mainspring Grease".
Try checking Sam LaRose at  http://www.slarose.com  or  Timesavers at
http://www.timesavers.com

Both of these dealers sell several brands.

Regards,

Bob Loesch
http://www.jps.net/rrloesch