Can I Use Grease To Lubricate Nylon Bushings On Trailer Leaf Springs?
Question:
Is greased required on an open eye leaf spring between the nylon bushing and the leaf spring. Ive seen differing views on this subject. To grease or not to grease.
asked by: Eric K
Expert Reply:
I never recommend using grease with Nylon Bushings # TRBU11566. The grease can trap dirt which will cause the nylon to become damaged easier. And the chemicals in different greases can cause the nylon bushings to break down.
If you want to use Grease # L11390 on your suspension system I recommend using Wet Bolts # 126B2 with Bronze Bushings # D014-077-00. This will allow you to apply fresh clean grease inside the bushing while pushing out the old grease and dirt.
Products Referenced in This Question
Wet Equalizer Bolt with Locknut and Grease Zerk for Double-Eye Springs - 3" Long
- Trailer Leaf Spring Suspension
- Suspension Bolts
- Camper
- Car Hauler
- Utility Trailer
- 9/16 Inch Diameter
- 2-5/16 Inch Long
- Redline
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Bronze Bushing - 9/16" Inner Diameter, 11/16" Outer Diameter - 1-3/4" Long - Qty 1
- Trailer Leaf Spring Suspension
- Bushings
- Boat Trailer
- Camper
- Car Hauler
- Snowmobile Trailer
- Utility Trailer
- 9/16 Inch ID x 11/16 Inch OD
- 1-3/4 Inch Long
- Dexter
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LubriMatic LMX Industrial Strength Grease - 14 oz. Cartridge
- Lubricants Sealants Adhesives
- Grease
- Brake and Bearing Grease
- Standard Lithium Grease
- Lithium Complex
- 14 oz
- LubriMatic
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Nylon Bushing - 9/16" Inner Diameter, 11/16" Outer Diameter - 1-3/4" Long
- Trailer Leaf Spring Suspension
- Bushings
- Boat Trailer
- Camper
- Car Hauler
- Snowmobile Trailer
- Utility Trailer
- 9/16 Inch ID x 11/16 Inch OD
- 1-3/4 Inch Long
- TruRyde
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