I agree with T-9.  Hose off the stabilizers with the water hose, let them dry, and then spray the T-9 on the threaded rod.  A little T-9 goes a long way and it is expensive so there is no need to drench the rod till it drips off.  Start spraying at the top and let the T-9 run into the nut.  Then run the stabilizers up and back down.  that will spread the T-9 along the entire run of the rod.  You can also spray the swivel points at the pad itself at the bottom of the stabilizer.  The really nice thing about T-9 is that it is wax based and provides lubrication after it dries.  And, it will not attract dust and dirt as does WD-40.