What kind of grease should be used to keep the screw and pivot point lubricated?
1577501
Just use the same grease as you would on your wheel bearings just use it sparingly. I love this system it just takes seconds to level my pop up.
1577502
It doesn't matter. If you grease it, grit and gravel will stick to it and hasten the self-destruction of the jack screw. It will fail soon enough anyway because of the soft, poorly machined metal that can't handle the weight. My trailer only weighs about 2800 pounds
1577503
I use a lithium spray just around the pivot point, I imagine any actual grease is going to be quite messy
1481768
I would suggest using some thread locker like this to keep that screw from coming loose over time: Loctite 38653 222 Purple Low Strength Thread Locker ... better safe than sorry..
1383217
Don't use this its for motorcycle cables. I asked my brother who builds flutes and he said bear grease. Not sure where you get it though.
1663230
Your choice lacquer, or poly. You could probally use tru oil but I have not tried that.
1716371
I have a small bottle of lubricating oil that I use for my hand gun. Use very little, works like a charm. A lot cheaper than olive oil!
672953
Folks please be careful using this anti-seize lubricant. Many brake caliper parts including the caliper mounts, require a thread lock compound such as Loctite. This anti-seize "lubricant" is not a substitute. Please use extreme caution!!
1205959
I use the fine powered graphite used to lubricate locks & hinges. Not greasy & works better in my opinion. Just wipe off excess.
1101160
Yes I used heat synch grease. I had a tube of grease already from an older computer repair.
1983357
Jack, This Lumax unit requires NO external power. The hose connection can be adjusted to stay on the grease fitting as long as you don't pull to hard on it. You squeese the red handle to dispense the grease. The grease comes in a tube so you don't get dirty. The grease canister has a pull tab to open, drop the grease tube in the canister, you put the top back on the grease gun, attach the hose & fitting on the zirk you want to lubricate and squeese the handle to dispence the lubricant. You can purchase air powered grease guns, their very expensive and unless you've got dozens of fittings why spend that money. The Lumax unit comes with detailed instructions. Susan Jack, This Lumax unit requires NO external power. The hose connection can be adjusted to stay on the grease fitting as long as you don't pull to hard on it. You squeese the red handle to dispense the grease. The grease comes in a tube so you don't get dirty. The grease canister has a pull tab to open, drop the grease tube in the canister, you put the top back on the grease gun, attach the hose & fitting on the zirk you want to lubricate and squeese the handle to dispence the lubricant. You can purchase air powered grease guns, their very expensive and unless you've got dozens of fittings... » Read More Jack, This Lumax unit requires NO external power. The hose connection can be adjusted to stay on the grease fitting as long as you don't pull to hard on it. You squeese the red handle to dispense the grease. The grease comes in a tube so you don't get dirty. The grease canister has a pull tab to open, drop the grease tube in the canister, you put the top back on the grease gun, attach the hose & fitting on the zirk you want to lubricate and squeese the handle to dispence the lubricant. You can purchase air powered grease guns, their very expensive and unless you've got dozens of fittings why spend that money. The Lumax unit comes with detailed instructions. Susan « Show Less
1854251
Should be able to use it to grease anything that has a standard grease fitting. Only question would be the type of grease to use.
2204743
I use a drill-driver in reverse, with a lower clutch setting. Added penetrating oil (Liquid Wrench), and let the drill driver "hammer-away"...... I have removed many screws in this manner. Good Luck
411124
I would check directly with the Royal Purple folks on that question. One of the key attributes of wheel bearing grease is its ability to withstand high heat levels. I'm not sure general use grease like 01312 contains those additives. You don't want to find out the hard way that it may not. All that being said, I have been using the Royal Purple 01312 on my cars and ATV's and its great stuff. The grease stays put, even on U-joints, and retains its lubrication properties long after regular grease has disappeared. Good stuff.
662595
Also, I would suggest having a lubricant like WD-40, bar soap etc. as not all of the pre marked screw holes are exactly where they need to be. The lubricant helps the screw go in a little better. But watching the you tube video on assembly is a GREAT help to see how it is done.
884376
This will mix with exiting grease in a bearing or other lube point. It is very thick and stays in place for a long time.
1742003
I use white grease that you can find at the local hardware store. Keep it coated at all times so it won't rust and cease up.
655576
Always do prep....clean with wire brush as best as possible....remove any oil or grease by cleaning with denatured alcohol or some comparable solvent
2089335
you can put a grease fitting right on top, and fill it manually if you like or,with cartridges. I fill it manually with a big air grease system at the shop