Notices

closed knuckle

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Oct 23, 2006 | 07:15 AM
  #1  
shortgrub's Avatar
shortgrub
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
closed knuckle

Wondering what fluid to put in the knuckles.It's got fill plugs, but my haynes manual calls for some kind of grease.
 
Reply
Old Oct 23, 2006 | 10:18 AM
  #2  
Torque1st's Avatar
Torque1st
Posting Legend
Joined: Sep 2001
Posts: 30,255
Likes: 37
Hello- Welcome to FTE! I have moved your post to the specialized forum we have here for your question. Check out the list of tech forums we have on FTE. There is a wealth of information and expertise here to help you. There are a number of links in my sig below to help you also. Have fun!
 
Reply
Old Oct 23, 2006 | 10:59 AM
  #3  
jtmerritt's Avatar
jtmerritt
Tuned
Joined: Feb 2003
Posts: 495
Likes: 0
From: Cincinnati, Ohio
What vehicle are we talking about? Need more info.

John
 
Reply
Old Oct 23, 2006 | 02:56 PM
  #4  
rebocardo's Avatar
rebocardo
Post Fiend
Joined: Jun 2002
Posts: 13,873
Likes: 3
From: Atlanta GA
The only thing I can think of at the moment is you have ZERKS and you are suppose to use chassis grease for the balljoints.
 
Reply
Old Oct 23, 2006 | 07:45 PM
  #5  
fordsrgrt's Avatar
fordsrgrt
Elder User
Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 976
Likes: 2
From: clinton iowa
i've always used a half and half mixture of grease and 80/90w and used a suction gun to install in the knuckles
 
Reply
Old Nov 7, 2006 | 10:05 AM
  #6  
shortgrub's Avatar
shortgrub
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
sorry it took so long to get back,It's a 74 250 with closed knuckle 44.
 
Reply
Old Nov 7, 2006 | 06:19 PM
  #7  
fordsrgrt's Avatar
fordsrgrt
Elder User
Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 976
Likes: 2
From: clinton iowa
same year as mine and thats what i've been using and my friends been using for years
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
scottfreeman
1967 - 1972 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
2
Sep 11, 2007 10:02 AM
bigblockhighboy
Offroad & 4x4
4
Sep 2, 2006 06:51 AM
knuckles
1997 - 2003 F150
3
Jan 21, 2002 07:43 AM
knuckles
1980 - 1986 Bullnose F100, F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
6
Mar 19, 2001 11:54 AM
knuckles
1997 - 2003 F150
2
Mar 9, 2001 10:35 PM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 05:53 AM.

story-0
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE
story-1
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make

And it might be even better than that.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-18 19:26:42


VIEW MORE
story-2
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!

Slideshow: Does lowering an F-150 Lobo RUIN the ride quality?

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-18 19:20:37


VIEW MORE
story-3
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home

Slideshow: Ford's bizarre fishing-themed Explorer concept has resurfaced after spending decades largely forgotten.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:07:46


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!

Slideshow: The 10 best Ford truck engines we miss the most.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-12 13:09:47


VIEW MORE
story-5
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?

Slideshow: first look at the 810 hp 2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road!

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-12 12:50:07


VIEW MORE
story-6
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!

Slideshow: Everything You Need to Know about the 2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-07 17:51:06


VIEW MORE
story-7
10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!

Slideshow: 10 most surprising Ford truck options/features in 2026.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-05 11:17:22


VIEW MORE
story-8
Top 10 Ford Trucks Coming to Mecum Indy 2026

Slideshow: Here are the top 10 Fords coming to Mecum Indy 2026.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-04 13:49:49


VIEW MORE
story-9
5 Best / 5 Worst Ford Truck Wheels of All Time

Slideshow: The 5 best and 5 worst Ford truck wheels of all time

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-29 16:49:01


VIEW MORE