Oil or Grease? - Land Rovers Only

AZROVER · 08-30-2006, 09:22 PM

I've noticed that after sitting all summer in a garage in Arizona, the swivel balls in the front are pretty dry. I was told to use LR grease specifically made for this application, but I've also read on here to use oil. So whats your opinion? and where can I get this Oil/Grease?

Is there also a place to lubricate the rear axle?
Thanks

Disco Mike · 08-31-2006, 06:34 AM

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Originally Posted by AZROVER

I've noticed that after sitting all summer in a garage in Arizona, the swivel balls in the front are pretty dry. I was told to use LR grease specifically made for this application, but I've also read on here to use oil. So whats your opinion? and where can I get this Oil/Grease?

Is there also a place to lubricate the rear axle?
Thanks

First of all, use the grease, it holds up better, doesn't leak as easily nd gives more protection.
As for the rear axle, as well as the front drain and replace both diff housing with 80/90W gear oil.
Mike

300bhp/ton · 08-31-2006, 09:22 AM

When you say swivel, do you mean the swivel on the hub for steering??

Land Rover EP90 is what's required, but most LR's bust oil seals pretty regulary and leak oil over the rim. A few years back LR did develop a grease variant of EP90 so it didn't matter if the oil seal leaked or not.

AZROVER · 08-31-2006, 01:55 PM

Thanks for the replies. yeah I'm pretty sure I meant the hub for steering, the ball that the front tire pivots on.

Roverfriend · 08-31-2006, 04:55 PM

I posted the same question on the RRC thread; if you are gathering opinions...

Disco Mike · 08-31-2006, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by AZROVER

Thanks for the replies. yeah I'm pretty sure I meant the hub for steering, the ball that the front tire pivots on.

If it is an emergency, go use some gear oil, if you have time use the grease, it is far better, ask any shop.
Mike

landlimo · 08-31-2006, 07:36 PM

The most intriguing answer I've heard is to use the LR one shot grease & fill the rest of the way with Lucas Climbing Gear Lube.

08-30-2006, 09:22 PM	#1 (permalink)
AZROVER Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: ASU/Tempe(school), Chicago in the summer. Posts: 132 Gallery: 0	Oil or Grease? I've noticed that after sitting all summer in a garage in Arizona, the swivel balls in the front are pretty dry. I was told to use LR grease specifically made for this application, but I've also read on here to use oil. So whats your opinion? and where can I get this Oil/Grease? Is there also a place to lubricate the rear axle? Thanks

08-31-2006, 09:22 AM	#3 (permalink)
300bhp/ton The Best 4X4XFar Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: England, home of the Land Rover Posts: 601 Gallery: 0	When you say swivel, do you mean the swivel on the hub for steering?? Land Rover EP90 is what's required, but most LR's bust oil seals pretty regulary and leak oil over the rim. A few years back LR did develop a grease variant of EP90 so it didn't matter if the oil seal leaked or not. __________________ Land Rover Discovery (3 Door) 200Tdi 5-speed Mods:Allisport LARGE FMIC \| Allisport Tuned \| Simex Jungle Trekker II 33.11.50R15 Tyres \| 15x8 8 Spokes \| Heavy Duty Uprated Suspension (shocks & springs) \| Wheel arch Flares \| 1" Wheel Spacers \| Custom Straight Thru Exhaust \| Custom Trimmed Front bumper with twin NATO Hooks \| Custom Rear Bumper with single Large NATO Hook 360˚ Swival \| Front Light Guards \| Custom Aluminium Rear Floor \| Bonnet Straps \| 100w Spot Lights \| Upgraded Headlights The Best 4X4XFar

08-31-2006, 07:36 PM	#7 (permalink)
landlimo My other car is an LR Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Tennessee Posts: 79 Gallery: 0	The most intriguing answer I've heard is to use the LR one shot grease & fill the rest of the way with Lucas Climbing Gear Lube. __________________ Becca Land Limo & Wilks It doesn't have to be fun to be fun. -- Mark Twight

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08-31-2006, 01:55 PM	#4 (permalink)
AZROVER Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: ASU/Tempe(school), Chicago in the summer. Posts: 132 Gallery: 0	Thanks for the replies. yeah I'm pretty sure I meant the hub for steering, the ball that the front tire pivots on.

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Roverfriend Classic 95 SWB NAS Join Date: May 2006 Location: Aruba Posts: 11 Gallery: 0	I posted the same question on the RRC thread; if you are gathering opinions...

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