rubble Posted February 19, 2018 Report Share Posted February 19, 2018 What is best to use to haul our precious cargo? Any particular brand or type that holds up after being dunked in the salt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
triplec Posted February 19, 2018 Report Share Posted February 19, 2018 Lots of opinion on this I reckon like oils, and It probably doesn't matter much as long as service is regular ,but I have always used Mystik JT-6 Hi-Temp Grease #2. Its reddish in color and most folks mistake it for Lucas Red and Tacky but the Mystik is bit different and has a slightly higher drop point temp. Comes standard in Rockwell axles as it was developed for them and Spicer I believe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hurricane Posted February 19, 2018 Report Share Posted February 19, 2018 Everyone prolly has their own favs. I prefer Amsoil Synthetic Water Resistant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bamaskeet Posted February 19, 2018 Report Share Posted February 19, 2018 After almost 40 years in the bearing business, the brand name of the grease is not as important as keeping the water out. Bearings will not run satisfactory if water is present because the water breaks down the hydrodynamic film that seperates the rollers from the races. A #2 lithium grease with a ISO 220 oil is preferred for general tapered roller bearing applications. Greases like Mobilux EP 2, Shell Alvania EP 2 or Lucas Red & Tacky are greases that meet the criteria. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdemott Posted February 19, 2018 Report Share Posted February 19, 2018 7 hours ago, hurricane said: Everyone prolly has their own favs. I prefer Amsoil Synthetic Water Resistant. I also like the Amsoil Synthetic. I use their products in all my motors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLDXT Posted February 19, 2018 Report Share Posted February 19, 2018 5 minutes ago, mdemott said: I also like the Amsoil Synthetic. I use their products in all my motors. X 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imsnookyrd Posted February 19, 2018 Report Share Posted February 19, 2018 I've been using Green Grease for a long time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trf97 Posted February 19, 2018 Report Share Posted February 19, 2018 One more vote for Amsoil. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanaflatsfish Posted February 19, 2018 Report Share Posted February 19, 2018 IMHO they are all about the same...the key is to change out on a regular basis and don't let your hubs sit for a long time without moving...if you have posilube hubs...I used to push out 1/4 of every hub about every 3 months. dc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunstone Posted February 19, 2018 Report Share Posted February 19, 2018 Red and tacky here for the last 6 years. I used to get water in all the time with just the bearing snap in cover, now also use the side over bearing cover bra and almost never have water. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubble Posted February 19, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 19, 2018 I use the bearing buddy with the Bra and they seem to work fine. Actually have a spare for each wheel just in case. I have something that Advance Auto told me to get. It's high Temp and is Blue in color They call it Nano. Thought once it was close to gone I'd change over to whatever is best for Saltwater applications. Looks like this.. https://www.autozone.com/motor-oil-and-transmission-fluid/marine-lubricant-grease/nanopromt-14-oz-marine-grease/302894_0?_requestid=410248 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bamaskeet Posted February 19, 2018 Report Share Posted February 19, 2018 I agree with Sunstone, Bearing Bras reduce water intrusion through the rubber plug in the end of the dust cover. I highly recommend them. I'm not sure why people use synthetic greases for boat trailer bearings, there shouldn't be any substantial heat and most people change the grease frequently and they aren't any better against water. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conocean Posted February 19, 2018 Report Share Posted February 19, 2018 I used AMSoil blue grease for years but it was hard to find around town so I switched to Valvoline Crimson a few years back because I can get it down the street from my house. I pump 10 squirts of new grease in my Posi-lubes every 3 months, remove the excess grease and change my rubber dust caps every 6 months for the win! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubble Posted February 21, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 21, 2018 Thanks for the recommendations. Found that the local parts place next door carries the Lucas red and tacky. They dont put it on the shelf. Must be like Pappy or Sudafed. Gotta ask for it. One thing I’d suggest is a Lock n Lube. Eliminates issues with securing tightly to the zerk and the mess that comes along with the loose fits. https://locknlube.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geeviam Posted February 21, 2018 Report Share Posted February 21, 2018 I have found Mercury 2-4-C Marine Grease with PTFE, to be the best I've used for trailer bearings and prop shaft. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drummer Posted February 21, 2018 Report Share Posted February 21, 2018 How about oil bath hubs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bamaskeet Posted February 21, 2018 Report Share Posted February 21, 2018 I would recommend a ISO 220 oil, that's the oil that's in Mobilux EP 2, Shell Alvania EP 2 and Lucas Red and Tacky. A SAE 50 to 90 weight gear oil will work. My favorite oil is Mobil SHC 630, because, if it doesn't get contaminated, it will last for years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleChief Posted February 21, 2018 Report Share Posted February 21, 2018 On 2/19/2018 at 10:36 AM, Sunstone said: Red and tacky here for the last 6 years. I used to get water in all the time with just the bearing snap in cover, now also use the side over bearing cover bra and almost never have water. What size Bearing Buddy do you use? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonV Posted February 21, 2018 Report Share Posted February 21, 2018 "Must be like Pappy or Sudafed" Oh no!!! Not like Pappy I hope, which is almost impossible to find or even get on a waiting list, especially the 23 year old. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunstone Posted February 21, 2018 Report Share Posted February 21, 2018 5 hours ago, LittleChief said: What size Bearing Buddy do you use? Don't really have bearing buddy's, but the bras I bought at a trailer store and I don't remember the size. Just took one out to the trailer to check for proper fit. I have a Ameritral trailer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanaflatsfish Posted February 21, 2018 Report Share Posted February 21, 2018 7 hours ago, Bamaskeet said: A SAE 50 to 90 weight gear oil will work. I believe this is what EZ loader recommends....I just had my first oil bath hub installed. dc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bamaskeet Posted February 21, 2018 Report Share Posted February 21, 2018 7 hours ago, LittleChief said: What size Bearing Buddy do you use? My Ameratrail trailer uses a #17 bearing bra. My local ACE Hardware stocks them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lap it Up Posted February 22, 2018 Report Share Posted February 22, 2018 On 2/19/2018 at 7:52 AM, imsnookyrd said: I've been using Green Grease for a long time. Same here... Synthetic Green Grease. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RodWorks Posted February 24, 2018 Report Share Posted February 24, 2018 If your'e repacking and inspecting your trailer bearings yearly, you won't have any issues with any type of wheel bearing grease. The failures come from blown out seals and water intrusion, no grease can survive long once water gets in there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mustang190 Posted February 26, 2018 Report Share Posted February 26, 2018 Lucas Red and Tacky. Most NAPA stores and tractor supply carry it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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