What lube to use on Heim joints on A arms?
05-31-2003, 10:04 PM
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What lube to use on Heim joints on A arms? I recently installed a PA tubular K member and A arms. What type of lubricant should be used on the Heim joints? They have started making a noise after only 300 miles.
06-03-2003, 02:29 PM
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Re: What lube to use on Heim joints on A arms?
NAPA sells a graphite spray suspended in alcohol. When the alcohol dries, the graphite lubes thus avoiding dust sticking. The part number is 765-1413 cost me $8.04.
I tried Napa for the spray graphite and they were out. Wonder if I should use the Lithium or order the spray graphite?
06-07-2003, 07:53 AM
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Re: What lube to use on Heim joints on A arms? I ordered the Napa 765-1413 lub but it didn't work. I cleaned the rod ends real good and sprayed them real well with the car up and on the tires. Looks like motor oil is the answer. It worked!
06-07-2003, 01:16 PM
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Re: What lube to use on Heim joints on A arms?
Keep them clean. Oil will attract any and all dirt. Get in the bearing and it won't last long.
It sounds like PA uses some less expensive Hiem joints ...
It sounds like PA uses some less expensive Hiem joints ...
I can keep them clean but I can't keep them from making noise without a lubricant that attracts oil. The graphite doesn't work. Oh me!
