

| 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 > > >
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