Grease for Axle nut?
Thread Starter
Joined: May 2005
Posts: 5,904
Likes: 3
From: Orlando, FL
Grease for Axle nut?
Might be a stupid question but... I am redoing my axle nut tomorrow and the directions say to grease the face of the nut.. does this require any kind of special grease? or just whatever i have?
Thanks!
Thanks!
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 4,953
Likes: 25
From: 17 ft below sea level.
Molycote or simular.
The idea is to not let the applied torque to be used to slide the face of the nut over the hub but to press the hub, the inner race of the wheel bearing and the axle together.
Normal grease is better than nothing.
A good EP compound, like Molycote, is better than normal grease.
Its worth it to remove the axle from the hub and clean & grease (Molycote) the splines too.
That is more work (remove lower ball joint, etc.) but IMO worth it as you're about 99% sure the problem (axle click) really goes away.
To get the final 1% put a light coat of liquid gasket or other silicone glue on the red circle of the outer CV just before putting it all back together.
The idea is to not let the applied torque to be used to slide the face of the nut over the hub but to press the hub, the inner race of the wheel bearing and the axle together.
Normal grease is better than nothing.
A good EP compound, like Molycote, is better than normal grease.
Its worth it to remove the axle from the hub and clean & grease (Molycote) the splines too.
That is more work (remove lower ball joint, etc.) but IMO worth it as you're about 99% sure the problem (axle click) really goes away.
To get the final 1% put a light coat of liquid gasket or other silicone glue on the red circle of the outer CV just before putting it all back together.
lazy people 
Trending Topics
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 4,953
Likes: 25
From: 17 ft below sea level.
Any anti friction coating will do.
In simple terms, anti-friction coatings can be thought of as lubricating paints. They typically contain a solid lubricant and a binder dispersed in solvent carrier. The coating forms a dry lubricating film to help prevent corrosion and is aesthetically pleasing. Anti-friction coatings are ideal for dusty environments or for inaccessible areas that need long-term lubrication.
Dow Corning 111 Valve Lubricant and Sealant can be used as a lubricant for rubber and plastic O-rings, water softener and faucet valves, valve stems for potable water, aircraft vacuum systems, electronic and ignition systems, among others. It can be used as a sealant in applications such as vacuum and pressure systems, equipment subject to washing and harsh environments, electrical service entrances and underground connections, and transformer gaskets and equipment enclosures.
I don't think so
