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Subject:Re: Shifter rebuild
From:Dan N
Date:Sun, 2 Sep 2018 09:51:52 -0700

I use Moly-Graph... a graphite grease..

https://www.amazon.com/Sta-Lube-SL3330-Moly-Graph-Pressure-Multi-Purpose/dp/B000KKJQL4/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_263_t_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=FND6QXGH69VGGR01GQPF

On Sun, Sep 2, 2018 at 9:29 AM, Jim. Felder <jim.felder@gmail.com> wrote:

> I'm not looking at it now, but I recalll that Bentley says that the upper
> parts of the shifter mechanism, I guess meaning the parts you would
> assemble through the cabin from above, are to be lubricated with lithium
> white grease so as to limit potential staining to the interior. Don't know
> about down below, but I use white grease spray there, too, because the
> inevitable drips onto the spare tire are going to end up on you the next
> time you have to remove it.
>
> Grease of any kind is a magnet to and keeper of dust and dirt, it isn't
> just moly. With grease you have to limit access to dust and dirt. The good
> thing about it is that once in place, grease don't move around much, and
> grit that falls on the outside of two surfaces tends to stay there.
>
> Jim
>
> On Sun, Sep 2, 2018 at 9:07 AM Bruno Walser <bruno.walser@comcast.net>
> wrote:
>
> > I am in the process of rebuilding my shifter with a GoWesty shifter
> rebuild
> > kit. I was wondering if anyone has a good suggestion for the best
> lubricant
> > to use for the gear shift lever bearing. The Bentley says MoS2 grease.
> > Isn't this the same grease that's used for CV Joints? It this indeed the
> > best product? It see ms this type of grease traps dust and dirt.
> >
> > Thanks for any suggestions,
> >
> > Bruno
> >
>