What kind of grease do you use to pack wheel bearings?

The grease used for most wheel bearings should meet the NLGI GC-LB requirements or the SAE J2695 requirements. Most wheel bearings require an NLGI 2 grade grease, while some sealed hub units require an NLGI 00 grade semi-fluid product.

Can you use Timken automotive wheel bearing grease for both disc and drum applications?

Timken automotive wheel bearing grease covers both disc and drum applications. Their automotive wheel bearing grease contains corrosion inhibitors, as well as anti-wear and water-resistant additives to provide your vehicle with superior protection, even in the most challenging environments.

What is the best grease to use for axle bearings?

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1: Editor’s Pick: Royal Purple Ultra Performance Grease.
Best for Performance: Allstar Timken High-Temp Synthetic Wheel Bearing Grease.
3: Best on a Budget: Sta-Lube New Generation Wheel Bearing Grease.
Lucas Oil Red ‘N’ Tacky Grease.
Mag 1 High-Temp Disc Brake Wheel Bearing Grease.

Will lithium grease work for wheel bearings?

For example, lithium grease can be applied both in chassis and wheel bearing applications of transport vehicles. Traditionally, calcium greases were used for chassis, and sodium-based greases were utilized for wheel bearings.

Is multi-purpose grease OK for wheel bearings?

The most commonly used types of grease in the automotive world is multi-purpose. The main use for this stuff is chassis components, where heat is not an issue. This type of grease is typically made from Calcium sulfonate. DO NOT use multi-purpose grease for disc brake wheel bearings or other high-heat applications.

What is the difference between marine grease and regular grease?

While marine grease and “regular” grease both have the same job, without special formulation that makes marine grease work, regular grease would simply wash out of parts leaving them unprotected and in danger of failure. A proper marine grease should have passed ASTM D1264 water washout testing.

Is wheel bearing grease different than regular grease?

The presence of silicone helps this grease stay stable under high temperatures. It also protects the grease from other elements commonly exposed to wheel bearings. This type of grease also performs well in applications that don’t generate high temperatures. It’s more versatile than general multi-purpose grease.