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01-02-2024, 09:35 PM | #1 |
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special leaf spring lube
Not long ago there was a post and some one mentioned a special grease that could be used when assembling the spring. I can't seam to find it now. Any help with this would be greatly appreciated.
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01-02-2024, 09:53 PM | #2 |
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Re: special leaf spring lube
Here's what I have used! Just like oil there will be many choices!Slip Paint
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01-03-2024, 07:03 AM | #3 |
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Re: special leaf spring lube
Slip plate paint.
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01-03-2024, 09:07 AM | #4 |
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01-03-2024, 11:40 AM | #5 |
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I have used this many times and it works great.
https://www.amazon.com/Graphite-Dry-...ps%2C87&sr=8-2 |
01-03-2024, 12:02 PM | #6 |
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01-03-2024, 03:42 PM | #7 |
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Re: special leaf spring lube
Before I assemble the spring, I paint it with primer that I have loaded with powdered graphite. Once assembled, I then give it a coat of black. The graphite is a great lubricant and the paint holds it in place.
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01-04-2024, 10:59 PM | #8 |
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Re: special leaf spring lube
Springs should never be assembled with grease. It attracts dirt and dirt makes good grinding compound.
Slip plate is good.(graphite base) Dry film Moly is twice as good. (Molybdenum disulfide base) |
01-04-2024, 11:48 PM | #9 |
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I used Slip plate also with spring covers (some call them gators) to keep dirt and water off springs.
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01-05-2024, 03:10 AM | #10 |
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01-05-2024, 07:40 PM | #12 |
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Re: special leaf spring lube
Thank all of you who took the time to reply. I got some good usable information.This forum is really an asset.
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01-05-2024, 09:08 PM | #13 |
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