|
Mon, Apr 23, 12 at 9:13
| I just got a used Lawn Boy (model 10301). One drive wheel sometimes hangs up when I pull it backwards. The book says to use lithium grease. Can I just use the 'multipurpose' grease I have in my grease gun, or is lithium what it needs?
Thanks |
Follow-Up Postings:
|
| I use a grease that is used on boat trailer wheels, and it seems to do the job on my 10301. Remember, don't put more that a pump, or two in each wheel. |
|
| Does the 10301 have the aluminum-cased clutch/gear pack with grease fitting at each rear wheel? Or, do you have to remove the wheel to get to the drive gear which has a ratchet built into it? If it has the grease fitting, lbpod is right - two pumps max. You need to use NLGI #2 or lighter, down to #0. If you read the cartridge you have in your grease gun, it probably is a 'lithium complex' grease anyway. I like to use white lithium grease on them, but I don't have any mowers of that type anymore. On mine I have to take the wheel off, which is not wasted because I clean and grease the wheel gear and axle at that time, to get to the ratchet gear. I use mineral sprits and a toothbrush to clean the gear, then shoot it full of spray white lithium grease using the center hole in the axle. You can also use a grease gun there if you have the rubber-tipped 'point' accessory. I just did the rear end on one of my mowers the other day, and I used some grease I've had around for awhile, 'Slick 50' #2 grease. This stuff is green in color but has a nice consistency for manual greasing of axles, gears, etc. I think basically any #2 or lighter grease you find at an auto supply will work. Manufacturers state the type they use because it is known that mixing grease types is not good in high-pressure applications like vehicle wheel bearings and ball joints. For a mower axle or clutch housing, it's probably not very important. Mainly you don't want to over-service that housing because it will make the wheels drag on pull-back. |
|
| gbe: Either lithium or a quality Moly grease will suffice within this application. As recommended do not mix greases whenever possible . Over pressure greasing will cause the aforementioned hyd lock potential . |
Please Note: Only registered members are able to post messages to this forum. If you are a member, please log in. If you aren't yet a member, join now!
Return to the Lawn Mowers Forum
Instructions
- You must be a registered member and logged in to post messages on our forums.
- Posting is a two-step process. Once you have composed your message, you will be taken to the preview page. You will then have a chance to review the contents and make changes.
- After posting your message, you may need to refresh the forum page in order to see it.
- It is illegal to post copyrighted material without the owner's consent.
- HTML codes are allowed in the message field only.
- No advertising is allowed in any of the forums.
- If you would like to practice posting or uploading photos, please visit our Test forum.
- If you need assistance, please Contact Us and we will be happy to help.