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do i need to lube/grease factory ujoints?

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Old 03-10-2014, 02:33 PM
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do i need to lube driveshaft and front axle ujoints at all? there is no Zerk fittings on them ( they are spicers ), they been installed for about 1 year, they were properly lubed prior to install

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If they don't have the fitting, then they are the non-servicable type. Usually this means they're the solid, stronger ones. Stronger, but non-servicable.
Replace when signs of wear (like play). A year is not much, they should last many more if quality ones.
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ohh i see, thank you very much
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No worries, mate.
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