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Closed Knuckle Front Axle Lube

Discussion in 'Jeepster Commando and Commando Tech' started by grubby, Jun 24, 2007.

  1. Jun 24, 2007
    grubby

    grubby New Member

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    What kind of lube do you put in the closed knuckle housing? The shop manual states universal joint lubrication, using #1 or #2, but I'm guessing it is actually talking about the universal joint inside. Should it be 80-90W?
    Thanks
     
    grubby, Jun 24, 2007
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  2. Jun 24, 2007
    Patrick

    Patrick Super Moderator Staff Member

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    Do a quick search here for "knuckle pudding"....
     
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    Txjake

    Txjake I wrenched with Sparky

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    Texaco Starplex #7, says Moses Ludel. But do a search for knuckle pudding as there are a few good receipes.
     
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    russo

    russo Hope is not a method

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    I've had no problems running 140 wt.
     
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    jd7

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    jd7, Jun 24, 2007
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