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Old 08-22-2011, 02:40 PM
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Zerk fittings

i was wonder if there were any zerks for the front end. i only found one.
 
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zerks?

what year is your Expy?
 
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its a 1999 4.6
 
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Should be 2 on the steering mechanism if its like my '98. One on each side.
 
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sweet thanks
 
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Originally Posted by phillyfreak
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There are two zerk fittings on the steering linkage (I don't know the name) but if you jack up the front end and turn the wheels you will see both and gain access to the grease fittings. A long flexible hose makes the job easier. I bought an 18" and it's great.

Everything else is sealed. I also bought a needle fitting to put on the end of the grease hose and it allows my to puncture the ball joint boots and squirt in a little grease. I realize this isn't a solution, but it will help delay needing new ball joints will set you back close to a grand to have shop do uppers/lowers and an alignment.
 
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Originally Posted by 97ExpGuy
Everything else is sealed.
Yes, if they're still factory parts. Many aftermarket parts come with zerk fittings in them.
 
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