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RE: TR4: Squeaky urethane bushings

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Subject: RE: TR4: Squeaky urethane bushings
From: "Randall" <tr3driver@comcast.net>
Date: Thu, 8 Jul 2004 08:50:33 -0700
>        1.  What sort of grease should I use?

If you disassemble, my suggestion would be either dry-film moly (eg CRC
"Moly Lube") or a high quality silicone grease (like that sold for greasing
steam valve stems).  (Haven't tried this since I don't have poly bushings)

>        2.  Is there some sort of "miracle in a can"
>             that I can use instead of taking things
>             apart? Some kind of spray lube, maybe....

You could try spray motorcycle chain lube.  It comes out very thin, so it
will penetrate, but dries to a heavy grease.  Also very water resistant
(ordinary lithium grease doesn't hold up well when wet and your suspension
is bound to get wet occasionally).  Spray silicone might work too.

>        3   Is there a squeak-proof type of bushing
>             that I should switch to?

Nylatron doesn't squeak, but is a bit firmer/harsher than the poly.  May
need more work to fit as well, I had to ream mine to fit.

Randall





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