I just ran across this tip on the Lotus Cars List. Since this subject
comes up from time to time, I thought I would pass it on.
Note: the Eclat and Elite are Lotus models that used Triumph GT6 front
suspension designs.
And for the record, I just use grease in MY trunnions!
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>"The Trouble With Trunnions" ...is feeding them!
>
>And I've finally devised a simple (and cheap) way
>to force feed them their regular 5,000 mile dose
>of Cod liver oil ;-)
>...or AMSOIL [or name your favorite] 90W gear oil.
>
>Using a small "oral syringe" -- no needle, just a plastic nib.
>I got mine (1 teaspoon) for free at the local pharmacy.
>
>Put a rag under the trunnion to catch the extra fluid,
>so it doesn't run down the sidewall of the tire (if on).
>On the eclat/elite, it's easy to do with road wheel on,
>just turn the steering full lock and get to work...
>
>Siphon up a teaspoon of gear oil, uncap the trunnion,
>put the nib into the hole and jam the front end tight
>against the trunnion, squeeze *quickly* and watch...
>
>You should see some nasty old juice slip out from
>under the rubber top seal. Keep shooting until you do.
>
>If you have trouble getting a pressure seal, slip a
>neoprene flat washer over the nib -- small enough
>to seal around the hole, big enough not to go in.
>
>Remember to cap the hole again. Tada!!!
>
>Cheers!
>ken ritchie, from y'all know where ;-)
>
>
Atwell Haines
'79 Spitfire FM96062 UO
OPTIMIST: A Spitfire owner who expects his car to run FLAWLESSLY and
fastens his seat belts BEFORE starting his car.
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