What kind of grease should I use on my tractor?

Most greases will be formulated using American Petroleum Institute (API) Group I and II base stocks. These are appropriate for most applications. In applications with extreme temperatures, or where extended time periods between greasing is desired, a synthetic base oil might be the best choice.

What is molybdenum grease?

Moly grease is a special formulation that is used in situations where metal slides against mental under high pressure and is generally used on pinion gears and splines. This silvery black solid compound, which naturally occurs as the mineral molybdenite, is classified as a metal dichalcogenide.

What is green grease used for?

Waterproof Green Grease is a professional grade, high performance synthetic polymer grease developed for mining, manufacturing, marine and off-road applications. Recommended for cars, trucks, boats, trailers, ATV’s, motorcycles, mowers, farm equipment and implements – any application up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit.

How often should a tractor be greased?

Each component requires a preset amount of grease at specific intervals. Ideally, most tractor trailers should be manually greased at all lube points at around 12,000–24,000 miles and more frequently on the fifth wheel.

How do I choose the right grease?

Top tips for selecting the right grease

Choose the right grease for the application. Greases have varying priorities to ensure that they can best operate under certain conditions.
Select the right base oil viscosity.
Do not over-grease or under-grease.
Avoid incompatibility.
Consider using greases with synthetic base oils.

Is Lucas Xtra Heavy Duty grease good for ball joints?

Lucas X-tra Heavy Duty Grease is a high-quality GC-LB rated grease for heavy duty vehicles used in farm and construction that lasts up to 4 times longer than regular grease and will keep your ball joints, tie rod ends, u joints, and other chassis components well lubricated.

Is Green Grease good for ball joints?

Green Grease is used extensively for automobile and motorcycle applications. Where you see it used effectively is: U-joints, chassis lube, CV joints, upper and lower A-arms, ball joints, tie rod ends, polyurethane bushings, disc brakes, steering linkages and wheel bearings.

What is Molybdenum Grease good for?

Moly greases are generally used in operations where high pressure metal surfaces are sliding against each other. These include roller bearings that have very heavy loads and shock loading. Moly greases are also recommended in slow or oscillating motion that is used in universal and CV joints.

What is Moly grease best used for?

Greases containing moly are recommended for roller bearings subjected to very heavy loads and shock loading, especially in slow or oscillating motion such as found in universal joints and CV joints.

Why do you need Schaeffer’s Grease in your car?

You need Schaeffer’s grease. Severe working conditions are no match for our versatile greases. Using advanced load carrying properties, Schaeffer’s greases prevent metal-to-metal contact during periods of tremendous pressure, increased heat and high shock loads.

How does Schaeffer’s Oil keep bearings properly lubricated?

Schaeffer’s greases stay with the bearings and keep them properly lubricated for extended periods of time. When exposed to water, Schaeffer’s greases resist emulsifying and washing away on components.

Why do you use Schaeffer Oil on metal?

Using advanced load carrying properties, Schaeffer’s greases prevent metal-to-metal contact during periods of tremendous pressure, increased heat and high shock loads. Even when exposed to moisture and containments, our greases retain their grease-like consistency.

How to contact A Schaeffer lubricant service rep?

Please contact your Schaeffer Rep for help or call our Customer Service Department at 800-325-9962. Your equipment has specific needs based on the work you do and the environment you work in. How you manage the life cycle of your equipment influences your lubricant decisions.