this stuff suitable for drive shaft U joints?

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Post Sun Jul 02, 2006 7:38 pm

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I've got a pot of this stuff, is it suitable for greasing my drive shaft U joints?

http://www.frost.co.uk/item_Detail.asp? ... e%20(500g)
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Post Sun Jul 02, 2006 7:56 pm

Highly unlikely I should think. What does it say on the tub?
Sounds more lke the stuff you assemble brake hydraulics with.
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Post Sun Jul 02, 2006 8:15 pm

"Use as received for lubrication of rubber and associated components which are in contact with rubber"

Non-damaging to rubber components
Vegetable oil base

If this is not the right stuff, what would you recommend?

Not sure if I used the right terms but i want to grease the axels joints that come out this side of the diff under the rubber boots (hence why I thought I might be able to use this).
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Post Sun Jul 02, 2006 8:20 pm

A decent moly grease would do the job.
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Post Sun Jul 02, 2006 8:25 pm

Did a bit more searching on the net, this is the castrol equivelant product desciption:

Castrol Red Rubber Grease
Special rubber compatible grease for use on hydraulic brake and clutch components where hardening or swelling must be avoided. 500gm.


I'll grab a tub of moly grease next time im near a motoring type shop :)