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| Author: | GT [ Thu Sep 06, 2007 10:03 am ] |
| Post subject: | Steering column lube? |
Are you supposed to lube your steering column? My GT column is a bit stiff from sitting idle for 20 odd years. The top and bottom bushes are fine with no play. Do I have to lube it to make it turn a bit better? |
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| Author: | AEG163job [ Thu Sep 06, 2007 5:14 pm ] |
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I've used a smear graphite grease, but not sure if that's kosher. I think any sort of dry lube would be worthwhile. |
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| Author: | drmini in aust [ Thu Sep 06, 2007 7:16 pm ] |
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I use Castrol HMP grease, it works good on nylon bushes. If you have a felt lower bush (early cars) soak it in oil. |
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| Author: | GT [ Fri Sep 07, 2007 8:51 am ] |
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Thanks guys. Just didn't want to put anything in there if I wasn't supposed to. |
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| Author: | graham in aus [ Fri Sep 07, 2007 6:23 pm ] |
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Hey Anton..... does this relate to your ball joints too!? I recall you had some issues when you set them up? Just be sure your stiff steering is not actually the hub ball joints too tight. Although, as mentioned before, without fettling with grinding paste, they can be a bit stiff when new, but they will soon free up! 
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