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09-24-2019, 01:44 PM | #1 |
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Throttle shaft lubricant
Did a fruitless search for a petroleum resistant lube for the zenith throttle shaft.
I remember a past discussion where this came up but can't find it. Guess I can try never-seize. Maybe silicon dielectric grease. Anyone share their experience? Silver solder abraded off fairly quick. |
09-24-2019, 03:08 PM | #2 |
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Re: Throttle shaft lubricant
I use the copper colored high temp grease used for disc brake work. Just checked my shop and I can't find the stuff to give you a name brand.
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09-24-2019, 03:45 PM | #3 |
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09-24-2019, 05:16 PM | #4 |
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Re: Throttle shaft lubricant
Why are we lubricating this shaft??
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09-24-2019, 06:04 PM | #5 |
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Re: Throttle shaft lubricant
Bob,
That's it in #3.. It also works on the gas valve.. Dudley |
09-24-2019, 06:08 PM | #6 |
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If an old Zenith or what have you needs shaft bushings then it likely could be done easy enough. |
09-24-2019, 09:01 PM | #7 |
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Re: Throttle shaft lubricant
I've installed shaft bushings in Zenith carbs with good results . Off the top of my head, I don't recall the size drill bit that I used .
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09-24-2019, 10:36 PM | #8 |
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Re: Throttle shaft lubricant
E z turn. That looks like it.
Want to try it. One fix was Teflon clear tape on the external side of the throttle shaft, but I can't locate any locally. I know bushings are good, just want to experiment. Had someone take a disliking to my silver soldered throttle shaft repair. All he heard was a poor idle. Took him a year to bring it to my attention. |
09-25-2019, 08:49 AM | #9 |
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Re: Throttle shaft lubricant
does not require to be lubed..
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