Thanks to everyone who requested this one, and please let me know what other brands you'd like tested. Lucas Red N Tacky: amzn.to/3l3lKKh Super Tech General Purpose Grease: www.walmart.com/ip/Super-Tech-General-Purpose-Grease-14-oz-Tube/16928006
I work for an oil company in the Midwest. We blend and package everything for Oils to grease. Would love to see how they stack up to the major brands! I could send you anything you need.
The amount of time this guy must spend fabricating the different apparatuses for these very specific tests is unreal. Talk about production value. Well done 👍
Retired USAF. Used this on F-15 wheel bearings and various components. It stays, does not breakdown, and it's "tackiness" pulls back into assemblies, especially in wheel bearings. Additionally, "cold soaking" aircraft at altitude resulting in -50F to -60F temps and having superior performance from the lubricant, is a must. When you spin bearings from 0 to near 200 mph with weight from 45,000-52,000 lbs, you don't mind spending twice as much for superior grease. Same for vehicles.
@@JohnSmith-ps7wp Red N Tacky? grease. It has a component that causes it to be "pulled" into the areas in contact with each other that interact, instead of being forced out, slung off or otherwise wiped away from the areas needing lubricant. Additionally, it "self churns" or constantly reintegrates, so that the grease works longer, replenishing from the grease that is in the components. Other grease can become "isolated" to a small amount that stays on the part and the greater amount of grease is not utilized, but just sits there "separated" from the components. Hope that helps
Well,I went to Home Depot and bought the red. These tests are phenomenal. They do, in fact, influence my purchases nowadays. I appreciate them immensely. THANK you a lot.
@@ProjectFarm I'm currently in the middle of a bearing swap in a dump trailer. Heading to the parts store this morning to pick up a couple tubes of Lucas extra tacky grease. Thank you! Are Timken bearings any good?
*Always* such a comprehensive test. I cannot estimate the number of times I share your videos with friends and family. We very much appreciate your efforts.
I've been a carpenter for 35 years and I make jigs all the time to do various repetitive tasks.... However, Hats Off to you Sir! You are absolutely the JIG MASTER! :)
Lucas has some great products and they have proven over time to be tough to beat. I love the corrosion tests you do. It really shows up the weaknesses of the products you test.
I'm 70 now but when I was a kid on the farm my Dad said the cheapest grease and oil was the most expensive to buy. Preventing wear and tear is much cheaper than the most expensive lube. Glad to see him proved right again!
I agree, really wanted to see Mystik JT-6 in there, it’s the grease I used for 16 years in my old job. It was a brutal application, high temp, high speed, high load, water AND dirt. 🤣 Even with all that the bearings we were greasing typically lasted 10+ years, even with somewhat spotty greasing by me.
When you reach one million subscribers, it would be really interesting to see a personal blog video about yourself and your surroundings (workshop, farm, etc.)! Great work! Keep it up!
Thank you for an excellent video / test. I recently repacked the wheel bearings on my Class A RV with Lucas and now I'm even more confident it was the right grease!
The amount of effort that goes into these comparisons really is amazing...I doubt you could be any more thorough with these tests! Very useful and informative information.
I just wanted to take a moment to recognize the ingenuity shown by Project Farm and the designs of the testing jigs. Definitely higher outside the box thinking going on at the farm!
Double....from $2 to $4? How much is your time and equipment worth? The Lucas stays on better, provides much better wear protection and therefore your equipment will last longer and you'll spend less time repairing it. That's worth a lot more than $2 to me.
I needed grease today and bought the Lucas Red and Tacky for $9.99 and stayed away from the cheap stuff. Amazing that three hours later I saw your video and I was extremely happy that I purchased what you tested. Keep up the great videos.
At first I thought Project Farm was going to show me how I've been wasting money buying Red "N" Tacky for all these years.....but thankfully it appears I chose wisely. 👍 The only test I would have liked to see was you placing the bearings in water and then spinning them over time to see if the grease would become compromised. Just like boat wheel bearings have to deal with...
Yep I think this would be nice to see as I have motor spindles that have there seals blown out and if I’m in wet grass idk how much is getting into the bearings.
You have one of the best channels on youtube. Your testing which matches real-world use is a genuine service to people, and your integrity really shows though in every single video you make. I wish you continued success, and thank you very much for all your hard work.
These videos are steadily becoming more and more relevant in today's world of short stocked shelves! Recently my local auto parts store was out of Red and Tacky so I took my chances on a general purpose grease... idk. It is high speed and high heat I really need.... Always used Red and Tacky
Its moments like this that make me realize that old sayings and the "if it ain't broke dont fix it" mentality are really out dated. Times have changed and your amazing work has really brought to light the fact that not all things are created equal but more over you demonstrate that marketing, is just lying but with more words. Love your work! You're truly doing the work of a saint lol
I wouldn't really say it's "outdated"... Yes, improvements are good..however, if something is working properly, you only risk screwing it up, if you mess with it. If something is working correctly, it's really best to just leave it be.
@@numberyellow I am not ready to trust every mechanic that has worked on my 40 year old daily driver to have used the right products or done repairs correctly. Everything can be "working properly" but be barely on the edge of failure because of a half assed repair.
Subbed. You’re attention to detail, and the way you conduct fair and unbiased reviews is phenomenal. You are literally the TH-cam version of Consumer Reports for tools. What’s really the best part of all of this is you let people know where to spend the extra money for higher quality and where to save it at your own expense. Thank you for your time.
Have you ever thought about, or gotten any comments requesting you to compare miter saws? I’m a trim carpenter and I’m getting ready to purchase one. I’m leaning towards dewalt because the saw itself is great, but the legs used to attach it to a stand are mediocre at best and prone to breaking.
Been using Red and Tacky for boat trailer wheel bearing’s for many years with virtually no bearing trouble. I commercial fished for 25 years. Highly satisfied and highly recommend
There really isn't a whole lot I can add to what others have already espoused, but you really do it right. Every time I am going to try and use a product for the first time, or question my continued use of a product, I come here. We all really appreciate the effort you go to, to perform these tests. Just a job very well done.
I was sweating bullets. I've used Lucas Red and Tacky on my semi for everything the last 3 years, thinking it was a good thing. Mark it on the calender, I was right!!!!!!
@@agentorange2554 You must have a wife. I make a little check, circled on the calendar when my wife says I am right. Just checked the last time......Nov 12, 2005.
Agent Orange hello, but what a strange name, I actually knew someone whom was in NAM, He showed me his chest when those AGENT ORANGE caused, the blisters came up ever so often, never saw anything like that since , Cheers From NJ🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
@@flybyairplane3528 Yep, a friend suggested I should use that name because of the color of my truck. I had two friends that died from exposure to Agent Orange. One by the age of 40, one made it to 62 years of age. I really struggled with using that name because of the people killed by the use of that chemical. In the end I thought, maybe we shouldn't forget.
I sell Red & Tacky at Advance Auto where I work part time. Videos like this make my job much easier....thank you! I can always point the customer to your testing and results and it also makes ME feel good knowing I've helped the customer get a really good product!
I love the Fact that you are just A person that wants to See who really preforms the Best & who really gives the best Bang for the Buck. Love your voice videos Keep up the Good work. & GOD BLESS
There is a bewildering variety of greases. My "all-purpose" grease (when I'm not sure what I need) is a moly-disulfide one (messy, but it seems to work much of the time). Ford, for example, specifies a PTFE grease for driveshaft splines and the stuff used in your household washing machine bearings is made to be very resistant to water infiltration. Grease is by no means, just "grease". If you doubt that, try lubricating your wheel bearings with the pan drippings from your morning bacon and eggs.
I just discovered your channel a day or two ago. Man I love all these videos. Thank you for doing all of these and for being independent and not taking sponsors.
I don't know how you started all of this but the ingenuity of everything that you do absolutely impresses me and by the way you do it good for you these tests are absolutely awesome
I don’t know which I enjoy more, the actual results, or the creativity in the building of the test equipment. I know it takes time….. so appreciate it!
You may not have a "Scientific lab" for testing, but I think I speak for everyone when I say I appreciate your PRACTICAL scientific method of testing, and it has helped me make better choices for greases and oils
i work as a transport truck mechanic and we use tons of grease on everything so i find this supper interesting to see. i knew not all greases were the same but i did not expect such a big difference!
Great video as always! Really appreciate your efforts on these tests. Been using the Lucas for decades on literally everything I’ve got. Trucks, tractors, trailers,implements, motorcycles, wheel bearings, you name it. I’m also in central Kentucky, so my gear gets all of the weather extremes. Moral of the story, I may have spent a hundred or two extra over thirty years, but I’ve never had a lubricant related failure. Just remember, kids, 100% of the grease you don’t apply does absolutely nothing!!
@@ProjectFarm You, sir, are THE MAN!!! I didn't even realize how old this video is. Left a comment a few hours ago and got a reply. Genuinely appreciate all of your efforts as a guy who uses just about everything you test. Good to have a few internet buds!
Definitely run some grease tests using the well known premium brands including Pennzoil, Mobil 1 and AMSOIL + Shaeffers. Your shop made tests & equipment are incredible Project Farm !
I just cannot day enough good things about this guys channel. I’ve not seen another on YT that has so many thorough situational tests in real world working situations and applications. No matter what he demonstrates, he never shows bias toward one or another. This guy is the guru of pre-shop marketing, if you’re in the market for something, be sure to check out his library of video comparisons. Love your channel man, keep it up.
I was disappointed too. Wanted to see what kind of jig he could come up with to test the consistency compared to actual butter. Several brands of butter :p
I like the Lucas red and tacky grease, been using it a while. Your tests proves what I have suspected all along, Lucas is great grease... I truly enjoy your channel and I really appreciate all you do for us here on TH-cam, keep up the fabulous work Todd, Thank you once again for all that you do.... nice work!
I'm a trucker. I've been watching you for quite some time now. It's kind of scary some of the things you review because it's like you're reading my mind. Keep the great videos coming. I think I might owe you a percentage to my success so far 😉
Man I feel for you. I used to work on trucks n keeping them greased up was a pain in the ass. Say bye to that tube of grease each time. N that's before even hitting the fith wheel plate. Stay safe out there on the road
These are so comprehensive, quick and to the point. Had no idea there would be that much difference, the tackiness and bearing wear was enough to tell you get the Lucas. Great editing as well!
@@ProjectFarm thanks for your content. This is off subject but was wondering what your thoughts were using engine restorer on top of seafoam. Hadn't found anything on it. Thought I'd ask you. Thank you
Yes, that would be an interesting comparison. I use both. I seem to like the mobil 1 for my utility trailers, the hubs don't get warm under heavier loads. The Red N Tacky seems to work real good in u-Joints on my tractor pto shaft when mowing for long periods.
I've tried Mobil 1 red grease in the past, and it was a mess with liquid leaking out of it, making puddles on the garage floor. Never again since then. Haven't had that problem with Red n Tacky.
Project Farm Good testing sir. I don’t necessarily spend money on the most expensive replacement part or consumables but in many cases as shown here. My loyalty to the better quality products will repay in the long game.
We know no one is paying you and thats why your vidios are so popular. We feel like it is straight up honest. I use these in real life situations. I just repacked my camp trailer bearings with Lucus RED N Tacky and after watching this, i`m sure glad I did. Thanks!
Hey man, you should find a local Caterpillar dealer and test their oils and greases. They claim their lubricants are the best out there and I’d love to see you test them!
That's the only grease I use, although the local cat dealership is closer than the local McDonald's so it's easy to get to. It seems to be pretty good, but it's hard to tell unless you're really comparing them.
@Dana William You should check out Japanese firms like Idemitsu, Eneos. But we had about barrel of OEM Honda 5w-20 oil straight from Acura shop, (because the shop foreman is my friend's body and they moved to new shop and everything had to go) and we used for oil changes and we had a few comments that the fuel consumption was better on the Honda oil comparing to Castrol GTX. Then our friends (ex Honda mechanic) Si was filled with Eneos instead of other very popular brand and the same comment. So there might be something more about OEM lubricants and their brew.
I've always purchased the "better" grease whenever I need to buy grease. I'm not sure why, but mostly reading the tube and the specs. The 2 or 3 dollar difference in the price is really insignificant when compared to the longevity of the grease. Grease fittings seem to get forgotten more often than any other form of maintenance in my shop, better grease is cheap insurance against my absent mindedness.
You, sir, are one smart cookie. Your attention to detail, creative testing rigs, and innovative methods of obtaining results are incredible. You could show McGyver a trick or two! Keep up the great work, because we are amazed, entertained, and educated with your results.
This was hands down the most intensive video I have seen from you yet. I’ve always wondered if better grease actually mattered. Thanks for all the great content
I use Lucas red and tacky on my 5th wheel and my chain binders, it is absolutely the best I have found. I do switch to an ATF/diesel mix for the binders in the winter. 8 yrs with the same binders and they run like butter. Great vid PF, you are truly a genius answering the questions of the common man.
I'm going to start sending you invoices for my time, since I spend more of it watching you than doing the work I'm supposed to be doing! I was actually surprised by the significance of the differences between these greases. Your test for tackiness was especially interesting and it makes me wonder how each of them would handle centrifugal force. In many automotive applications centrifugal force would want to send the grease outward in a packed bearing, eventually depriving the inner race of grease if it all has a place to go. The compatibility of grease is no joke, and I'm glad you did mention it. In future grease tests I'd be curious how different grease types hold up in similar tests (say, lithium and silicone and Moly based, etc.) Also, there are instances in automotive repair where grease is intentionally mixed with oil, such as replacing an outer wheel bearing in an axle. The bearing is packed with grease, but the expectation is that the gear oil will make it's way down the axle tube and eventually mix in with the grease and wash it out. I've always been curious if one type of grease or another is best used in this situation. Similarly, transmission and engine assembly often demands a temporary grease be used before trans fluid or engine oil gets through the lubrication passages. It would be interesting to see how a mix of grease and oil fared in some of these tests.
The special grease used in engine building is by design, intended to mix with oil. It won't hurt the oil, or the metal parts it's in contact with . I've built, and helped build a lot of engines and I used 105, engine grease. It works great. One gentleman put an engine together by himself then called me and said the engine wouldn't build oil pressure. We pulled the engine, he didn't tighten the oil pick up tube and the oil pump was only pulling air. We checked the crank shaft and bearings and they were fine. We did recoat them put the engine back in and presto we had 50 lbs of oil pressure.
@@bertgrau9246 Yes, there are special assembly lube for engines, such as Permatex Ultra Slick or the 105 you mention. Back in the day when I was rebuilding transmissions there were uses for grease too, including holding checkballs in place for assembly in valve bodies, or lubricating thrust washers, or bearings, etc. In axles with bearings that will start up dry I've only ever seen manufacturers recommend a high temp grease, without being specific. Some bearings also come with grease installed, even though the bearing might be for multiple applications. Another area where oil and grease can mix is on splined input or output shafts which initially need grease but eventually will have oil mixed in.
I just wanted to say thank you for all your hard work you put in to this videos! I truly appreciate a hard working American that always working to have better tools and equipment and the other thing that I recognize is that you always have a smile on your face!! And u just keep it up and you will have your own tv show there's no joke about that or you'll just keep getting more and more subscribers! !
Watching you pack those bearings correctly warmed my heart. I’ve watched plenty (well, 3-4) new farm hands do such a poor job that your display was a pleasant surprise
It wasn't perfect though. One is supposed to scoop it like he did for a very short moment but you should keep scooping until the grease presses out the other side of the bearing and all the way around.
Cadde of course he can’t include every frame of every prep he does. I take him on his word that when he says “chemically cleaned” he did good job with the brake/carb cleaner regardless. He seems like a stand up guy to me and I have no reason to doubt him
I was from the "it's just grease" school and changed up only when a sale or a believable ad caused the switch. Great video. Is there test of chemically enhanced varieties in the future? Such as graphite laden vs Teflon infused? Brand choices are too numerous, though. How about the best bang for the buck general purpose? So far, Super Tech is not a favorite any longer despite cost and availability. Great video. Thank you for sharing! Your work certainly benefits us cash-poor retirees who have to decide between meds or food for the week. Great
This is the best Grease that I have ever seen or used. Silver hook is the brand and it's a CERAMIC GREASE which apparently works up to 1500C - I'm in Australia and have to buy it out of U.K. at approx $42 AUD for 500g tub inc. shipping, but it's bloody amazing! Makes loose bearings tighter and even repairs worn bearings! www.ebay.com.au/itm/Tub-Ceramic-Grease-And-Brake-Shoes-Pad-Protector-Vht-Protection/360710711120?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649
I've been a lube nerd forever (well, 40 years anyway) I was an early adopter of Mobil1 synthetic grease and I'd love to see it tested against other good greases. Engine oils and filters are also great test subjects that many of us use.
I'm an M1 fan also though their red synthetic grease is not what the off white stuff of the past was. The red will separate over time at room temp. I have about a half case collecting dust. Wish I had bought a few cases of the original off white M1 grease back in the day. I still have a partial tube from decades ago and it still has not separated. Stuff smells great as always also. I would like to find a source for the grease Honda used in the rear wheel bearings back in the day. The stuff was indestructible and had a similar feel and smell to the old M1 greese.
We’ve used Schaeffer greases and oils in our fleet for years. Schaeffer has some of the best lubricants made and their greases are their claim to fame. Great American company too.
I had a buddy tell me about it, he raced circle track and had to pack wheel bearings every race. He tried this and was able to go 3 races before having to do the bearings. I use it religiously.
Awesome review!! I’ve been using the Lucas red and tacky grease for a long time on all my boat axle bearings with zero issues. I run bearing buddies on my hubs and keep them topped up, every 3 seasons I pull them apart for a full cleaning, never any damage to the bearings .
This man dose deserves some money for his Chanel. Lots of work and pure face are in his videos. This man should have his own Trail and Error Channel. Thank you again.
im the opposite, i use the cheap supertech on my fifth wheel, cause i do alot of drop n hooks and the tackiness of the lucas wears it all off the fifth wheel faster.
We have an '86 Grand Marquis we've owned for 17 years, and a few years prior to that, I had another one. I used to repack the bearings around the recommended interval of 30k miles. When I started buying Amsoil grease about 12 years ago, I figured I could run the preload tighter, and go a bit longer on the interval. I was right! Part of owning 3 cars, plus maintaining everyone else's, maintenance intervals get forgotten quite a bit here. One time I went 80k miles on the same grease - absolutely no wear marks on any bearing or race. I get 3x the life out of bearings now, too. It's definitely true with grease - you get what you pay for! Excellent video, Todd! Much appreciated! 👍🍻
This video was extremely enlightening. It has changed my outlook on bearing grease. I think the Lucas is going to be stocked in my bench cabinet. Again, you do a great job at independent analysis or premium products.
Ok...Great test!!! Confirmed my suspicions!!!! Now I would like to see a comparison between Lucas Red N Tacky and some very expensive...so called “Synthetic” grease! Thanks again! Great video!
*Project Farm* Hey, great video as usual! Just a tip: Many times I've used a grease gun connected to a spark plug adapter to break free stuck engines quickly...it works like a champ, although once it blew the head gasket on a mower while still breaking it free. Figured you would appreciate this, have a great day!
Check out the series of videos called "Will they Run? Straight-8 Showdown! Packard vs Buick" The Buick has a siezed piston and despite removing the head, they could not unstick the piston and so they capped off the cylinder with the stuck piston and pumped it full of grease to get it to move. It's a great series of videos. 2 straight 8 engines, 2 teams and zero budget.
I am not a fan of magic oil additives, but I have been using Red N Tacky for years. Real world use has demonstrated that is STAYS in chassis parts - it does not get washed away and allow water intrusion like most chassis grade greases. It also maintains it's lubricating qualities for the entire service interval. It goes in red and purges reddish during re-service. This product lengthens the life of chassis parts exponentially. Thank you for confirming the quality of this product.
I work in the heavy equipment industry. I’ve never came across a part that wore out due to brand of grease, only the lack there of; although I do use a higher quality grease in my vehicles
Three Finger Joe obviously, it’s got nothing to do with the brand, but the “lack of” you refer to is when the cheap grease clocks out and leaves before the operator does, and that’s when parts wear, if it were a better grease it would of lasted until the next lube job arrived.
My dad told me to use red and tacky when I replaced my throw out bearing on my 99 Subaru manual transmission and it's been going strong... Good to know his favorite is good!
The thing is when dad's tell you to do some thing or use some thing in a certain way you should always listen!!! Dad's seem to know more than mechanics 🤣🤣
If your transmission quill is aluminum, you should also use a steel sleeve over it as well. Mine wore out and cacsed my throwout bearing to die. I used one of these to fix it: www.pdmusa.com/
I've been a proponent of Amsoil Lubricants Products for over 30 years. I don't think there is many that come close to the high quality of amsoil. I'd like to see the Best of the best go up against an equal counterpart from Amsoil. Keep up the hard work. We love your channel.
I'd like to see some tests on lucas oil stabilizer, how well it stabilizes different types of oil, and how it compares to different stabilizers. I really enjoy how thorough you are with all your testing
That's pretty impressive tbh. My car started having issues with oil pressure at idle so I changed the oil and used a quart of the lucas and 3 of synthetic 10w30 and haven't had anymore issues. Just a bandaid to hopefully last long enough for me to get a newer car
He has already done a video on lucas oil stabilizer, i think it was last year but it may be older than that. its a good video and he runs a horizontal engine with no oil- just the remnants of the oil and lucas after draining. pretty sure he stacked it up again STP oil stabilizer and lucas won.
Very nicely said. And Super Tech also makes multiple versions of their grease, including A version that has performance specs on par with Lucas Red. Just wondering if it actually works as well!
When I was getting my master degree in mechanical engineering we had some lessons on lubricants. All greases with same soap base can be mixed, regardless of the thickness of the oil inside. With almost all general purpose (wheel bearing) greases being lithium soap based, you really don't have to worry all that much about mixing greases of different brands.
like Sander says, mixing NILG 2 and NILG 2 greases of different brands is not an issue mixing greases with different thickeners (lithium vs PolyUrea) is a no-no the different thickeners or soap bases react with one another and causes the oil to fall out of solution a test of that would be nice I have done this in the shop a couple of times as most of the techs I have worked with did not believe it
Thanks I was looking for a comment like this. I’m going to switch out grease for my cargo trailer but I don’t want to clean out the bearings first. Not that I would have lol.
Very informative and eye opening video. Your work and attention to detail is second to none. Keep up the great work. We all really appreciate the effort you put into doing these videos.
Hey I've been watching your videos for a long wial now, and allso am a employee at Lowe's, your videos have helped me, help people in my town save $$ and get good products!! Ty for all your educational videos!!!
Moly vs. Lithium grease is a great idea! I tend to use the Traveler Extreme HD 3% moly grease from Tractor Supply on my equipment, as it's very reasonably priced for a 3% moly grease, but I'd love to know how it stacks up against something like the Lucas Red N Tacky, or other "premium" lithium grease.
Thanks to everyone who requested this one, and please let me know what other brands you'd like tested.
Lucas Red N Tacky: amzn.to/3l3lKKh
Super Tech General Purpose Grease: www.walmart.com/ip/Super-Tech-General-Purpose-Grease-14-oz-Tube/16928006
Please test full synthetic 0w20 shell rotella. I despise 0 weight oil!
AMSOIL, would also be cool to throw some marine grease in next line up to see how they compare at water repellent test.
There is the sinto oil /grease and the seller showes the test vs amsoil it still work after having contact with water
Would really love to see Valvoline SynPower Synthetic. Its black and feels gritty. Thanks!
i would like to see mobil 1 and amsoil. My boss at my old job swore that lubrimatic marine 11402 was better than anything. thanks
I work for an oil company in the Midwest. We blend and package everything for Oils to grease. Would love to see how they stack up to the major brands! I could send you anything you need.
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I like this. That’s bold to see a company willing to put their products on the line.
Youre going up
The amount of time this guy must spend fabricating the different apparatuses for these very specific tests is unreal. Talk about production value. Well done 👍
Austin Lund That’s something that stood out to me as well! He’s super adept!
Pretty shitty tests tbh
@ please explain
@@absolutez3r019 He can't, he's just a troll.
@@seanerobertson32 indeed. I really enjoy how he very methodically tests all the products and not be biased
My favorite part is when you read the product claims, then go "we're gonna test that". Makes my day lol
Thanks for watching!
We’re gonna test that too
When you begin testing the marketing facts of everything it's all wanking lol
Agreed!)):🤔🤗🤗...
I'm a little sad he didn't mention the smooth, buttery consistency of the super tech though.
Retired USAF. Used this on F-15 wheel bearings and various components.
It stays, does not breakdown, and it's "tackiness" pulls back into assemblies, especially in wheel bearings.
Additionally, "cold soaking" aircraft at altitude resulting in -50F to -60F temps and having superior performance from the lubricant, is a must.
When you spin bearings from 0 to near 200 mph with weight from 45,000-52,000 lbs, you don't mind spending twice as much for superior grease.
Same for vehicles.
Thanks for your service! Thanks for sharing.
I greased my garage door and it doesn't squeak anymore;)
What is 'this" ?
Cheap Grease or Lucas Red N Tacky
@@JohnSmith-ps7wp Red N Tacky? grease. It has a component that causes it to be "pulled" into the areas in contact with each other that interact, instead of being forced out, slung off or otherwise wiped away from the areas needing lubricant.
Additionally, it "self churns" or constantly reintegrates, so that the grease works longer, replenishing from the grease that is in the components.
Other grease can become "isolated" to a small amount that stays on the part and the greater amount of grease is not utilized, but just sits there "separated" from the components.
Hope that helps
I used to paint aircraft in the Air Force. 354 MXS.
Well,I went to Home Depot and bought the red.
These tests are phenomenal.
They do, in fact, influence my purchases nowadays.
I appreciate them immensely.
THANK you a lot.
You are welcome!
red n tacky is the best grease
@@brianpeters867 I've heard that but I always just thought grease was grease. Good thing for videos like this
@@brianpeters867 Except for Lucas Green Heavy Duty grease, which has a polyurea base
@@ProjectFarm I'm currently in the middle of a bearing swap in a dump trailer. Heading to the parts store this morning to pick up a couple tubes of Lucas extra tacky grease. Thank you! Are Timken bearings any good?
*Always* such a comprehensive test. I cannot estimate the number of times I share your videos with friends and family. We very much appreciate your efforts.
Thank you very much!
Same here. I share links to PF videos a lot.
I've been a carpenter for 35 years and I make jigs all the time to do various repetitive tasks.... However, Hats Off to you Sir! You are absolutely the JIG MASTER! :)
Wow, thanks!
Lucas has some great products and they have proven over time to be tough to beat. I love the corrosion tests you do. It really shows up the weaknesses of the products you test.
Thanks!
Fantastic video
I'm 70 now but when I was a kid on the farm my Dad said the cheapest grease and oil was the most expensive to buy. Preventing wear and tear is much cheaper than the most expensive lube. Glad to see him proved right again!
Thanks for the feedback.
Couldn't agree more!
There is a MASSIVE difference between Mobil 1 and Amazon basics, both full synthetic.
@The Oracle True !!! a lot of times products are overpriced.
Or simply some products are huge bang for buck and make others look like ripoffs.
@@RandyRandersonthefamous what? amazons motor oil is the best on Earth?
Let's get this man to 1 million already, he deserves it!
Thank you very much!
The amount of work put into making these test is alot. Im impressed
Thank you very much!
I’ve always said Project Farm is the hardest working TH-cam channel....... detail,detail,detail , he does a great job for us
Test Redline, please. Keep up the good work. It's good to see someone who can still DO, and think critically. Cheers, --bd
Thanks, will do! Thank for the suggestion.
Let’s see a grease “tournament” for March. I’d probably watch this more closely than basketball.
Yes. Absolutely do this. I'll even donate a few tubes.
I agree, really wanted to see Mystik JT-6 in there, it’s the grease I used for 16 years in my old job.
It was a brutal application, high temp, high speed, high load, water AND dirt. 🤣
Even with all that the bearings we were greasing typically lasted 10+ years, even with somewhat spotty greasing by me.
This would be fantastic, could try getting in some of the "high performance" brands to show down!
Absolutely! Great job on this one, keep it going!
Gadius
The amount of work and ingenuity you put into these videos is absolutely amazing.
Thank you very much!
When you reach one million subscribers, it would be really interesting to see a personal blog video about yourself and your surroundings (workshop, farm, etc.)! Great work! Keep it up!
Cosign.
Yessss
Thank you for the video idea!
Guess thats not gonna happen, 2mil + now 🤷♂️
Thank you for an excellent video / test. I recently repacked the wheel bearings on my Class A RV with Lucas and now I'm even more confident it was the right grease!
You are welcome! Thanks for sharing.
The amount of effort that goes into these comparisons really is amazing...I doubt you could be any more thorough with these tests! Very useful and informative information.
No kidding. He's testing everything a product SHOULD be, even things I don't even consider when shopping for something. This guy is a gift
Thank you very much!
I just wanted to take a moment to recognize the ingenuity shown by Project Farm and the designs of the testing jigs. Definitely higher outside the box thinking going on at the farm!
yes sir he makes really good testing videos.
This opened my eyes, was firmly in the “grease is just grease” camp before seeing this video
Thank you
Still is tho the cheap grease may not have performed the greatest but it still performed better without grease
still depends, if you know you won't need the higher performance why pay double
Double....from $2 to $4? How much is your time and equipment worth? The Lucas stays on better, provides much better wear protection and therefore your equipment will last longer and you'll spend less time repairing it. That's worth a lot more than $2 to me.
@Allie X that may be true for a hobbyist but imagine if you were something like a large scale farmer where any downtime is big money lost
I needed grease today and bought the Lucas Red and Tacky for $9.99 and stayed away from the cheap stuff. Amazing that three hours later I saw your video and I was extremely happy that I purchased what you tested. Keep up the great videos.
Thanks, will do! Thanks for sharing.
At first I thought Project Farm was going to show me how I've been wasting money buying Red "N" Tacky for all these years.....but thankfully it appears I chose wisely. 👍
The only test I would have liked to see was you placing the bearings in water and then spinning them over time to see if the grease would become compromised. Just like boat wheel bearings have to deal with...
Great comment
Yep I think this would be nice to see as I have motor spindles that have there seals blown out and if I’m in wet grass idk how much is getting into the bearings.
Absolutely would like to see that
Boat trailers need a different type of bearing grease. Red"N" Tacky wont cut it.
Great test idea
You have one of the best channels on youtube. Your testing which matches real-world use is a genuine service to people, and your integrity really shows though in every single video you make. I wish you continued success, and thank you very much for all your hard work.
Thanks!
Me: right its time for bed.
TH-cam: but which of these 2 grease brands perform the best.
My male brain: i must watch this immediately, sleep can wait
Thanks for sharing.
I'm doing the same thing at 12:28 in the morning.
0153 for me
2:30am for me lol
its 10:30 i have to get up at 5 so ya
These videos are steadily becoming more and more relevant in today's world of short stocked shelves! Recently my local auto parts store was out of Red and Tacky so I took my chances on a general purpose grease... idk. It is high speed and high heat I really need....
Always used Red and Tacky
Thanks for the feedback.
Its moments like this that make me realize that old sayings and the "if it ain't broke dont fix it" mentality are really out dated. Times have changed and your amazing work has really brought to light the fact that not all things are created equal but more over you demonstrate that marketing, is just lying but with more words. Love your work! You're truly doing the work of a saint lol
High quality greases make a huge difference. I went from a mineral grease to synthetic grease and had a 10x reduction in material loss. Truly amazing.
Well today's society everything comes from China
I wouldn't really say it's "outdated"... Yes, improvements are good..however, if something is working properly, you only risk screwing it up, if you mess with it. If something is working correctly, it's really best to just leave it be.
@@numberyellow I am not ready to trust every mechanic that has worked on my 40 year old daily driver to have used the right products or done repairs correctly. Everything can be "working properly" but be barely on the edge of failure because of a half assed repair.
@@maximeDpetrov Fair point. The key, in your case, is to either find a mechanic you trust, and stick with them, OR work on the thing yourself.
Ahh, as a farmer, that's my kind of grease. Watched a movie called Grease once but there was nothing about grease in it at all, lol.
Yeah, there was, all the grease in Travolta's hair.
Darn Hollywood!
I know how you feel, I got ripped off on that damn movie also.
Please do tell me more, tell me more!
A laugh not wasted 😂
Subbed. You’re attention to detail, and the way you conduct fair and unbiased reviews is phenomenal. You are literally the TH-cam version of Consumer Reports for tools. What’s really the best part of all of this is you let people know where to spend the extra money for higher quality and where to save it at your own expense. Thank you for your time.
You are welcome! Thanks for watching and subscribing!
Have you ever thought about, or gotten any comments requesting you to compare miter saws? I’m a trim carpenter and I’m getting ready
to purchase one. I’m leaning towards dewalt because the saw itself is great, but the legs used to attach it to a stand are mediocre at best and prone to breaking.
Been using Red and Tacky for boat trailer wheel bearing’s for many years with virtually no bearing trouble. I commercial fished for 25 years.
Highly satisfied and highly recommend
Well, my grease budget just went up but I feel good about knowing it’s money well spent. Thank you for your results!
You are so welcome!
You should make a t-shirt with caption "we gonna test that!"
Great recommendation!
@@ProjectFarm I would buy that!
I would DEFINITELY buy that!
How about an homage to 3M, "I dont make the products you buy, I TEST them"
Absolutely.
Project Farm is droppin some history knowledge on us!
lol. Nice!
@@ProjectFarm Not wasting that education!
Favorite words “ we’re going to test that” you crack my side. Love this channel I learn so much thanks
There really isn't a whole lot I can add to what others have already espoused, but you really do it right. Every time I am going to try and use a product for the first time, or question my continued use of a product, I come here. We all really appreciate the effort you go to, to perform these tests. Just a job very well done.
Thanks so much!
Amazing, never thought there would be such a difference. Lucas just became my go to grease. Thanks for all your videos bro.
I was sweating bullets. I've used Lucas Red and Tacky on my semi for everything the last 3 years, thinking it was a good thing. Mark it on the calender, I was right!!!!!!
@@agentorange2554 You must have a wife. I make a little check, circled on the calendar when my wife says I am right. Just checked the last time......Nov 12, 2005.
Agent Orange hello, but what a strange name, I actually knew someone whom was in NAM, He showed me his chest when those AGENT ORANGE caused, the blisters came up ever so often, never saw anything like that since , Cheers From NJ🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
@@flybyairplane3528 Yep, a friend suggested I should use that name because of the color of my truck. I had two friends that died from exposure to Agent Orange. One by the age of 40, one made it to 62 years of age. I really struggled with using that name because of the people killed by the use of that chemical. In the end I thought, maybe we shouldn't forget.
This guy provides so much legit information and I love how he explains each of the tests.
Nice job dude!
Thank you for the feedback
Can not thank you enough! You are as thorough with your testing as humanly possible.Can't imagine the hours spent on these tests.
Thanks so much!
I sell Red & Tacky at Advance Auto where I work part time. Videos like this make my job much easier....thank you! I can always point the customer to your testing and results and it also makes ME feel good knowing I've helped the customer get a really good product!
Autozone over here but the same thing
I have 4 formulas. Manufacturing high quality greases at the lowest cost, a symbolic price file
@@صناعةشحومتكرارزيوت Can I send you my bank account info and have you ship me a case?
I love the Fact that you are just A person that wants to See who really preforms the Best & who really gives the best Bang for the Buck. Love your voice videos Keep up the Good work. & GOD BLESS
Thank you
This was eye opening, never thought there could be so much difference in greases. Interested in seeing Amsoil synthetic greases. Nice work once again
Ditto on the amsoil vs. Lucas!
There is a bewildering variety of greases. My "all-purpose" grease (when I'm not sure what I need) is a moly-disulfide one (messy, but it seems to work much of the time). Ford, for example, specifies a PTFE grease for driveshaft splines and the stuff used in your household washing machine bearings is made to be very resistant to water infiltration. Grease is by no means, just "grease". If you doubt that, try lubricating your wheel bearings with the pan drippings from your morning bacon and eggs.
Royal Purple
I just discovered your channel a day or two ago. Man I love all these videos. Thank you for doing all of these and for being independent and not taking sponsors.
Welcome! Thanks!
I always learn the best practical knowledge from this channel. IMHO one of the most valuable TH-cam channels. You're great, man.
I don't know how you started all of this but the ingenuity of everything that you do absolutely impresses me and by the way you do it good for you these tests are absolutely awesome
I don’t know which I enjoy more, the actual results, or the creativity in the building of the test equipment. I know it takes time….. so appreciate it!
Thanks for the feedback.
You may not have a "Scientific lab" for testing, but I think I speak for everyone when I say I appreciate your PRACTICAL scientific method of testing, and it has helped me make better choices for greases and oils
You put an amazing amount of effort into these and it shows
Thank you! I appreciate your comment!
i work as a transport truck mechanic and we use tons of grease on everything so i find this supper interesting to see. i knew not all greases were the same but i did not expect such a big difference!
Thank you!
I find supper interesting too! Especially when we have fried pork chops.
Just remember bro
The Grease rotation is often
Done by worst QUALETY
So using best brand .. litterley
Make things """ LAST FOR EVER""
Great video as always! Really appreciate your efforts on these tests. Been using the Lucas for decades on literally everything I’ve got. Trucks, tractors, trailers,implements, motorcycles, wheel bearings, you name it. I’m also in central Kentucky, so my gear gets all of the weather extremes. Moral of the story, I may have spent a hundred or two extra over thirty years, but I’ve never had a lubricant related failure. Just remember, kids, 100% of the grease you don’t apply does absolutely nothing!!
Thanks! Thanks for sharing.
@@ProjectFarm You, sir, are THE MAN!!! I didn't even realize how old this video is. Left a comment a few hours ago and got a reply. Genuinely appreciate all of your efforts as a guy who uses just about everything you test. Good to have a few internet buds!
Definitely run some grease tests using the well known premium brands including Pennzoil, Mobil 1 and AMSOIL + Shaeffers.
Your shop made tests & equipment are incredible Project Farm !
I just cannot day enough good things about this guys channel. I’ve not seen another on YT that has so many thorough situational tests in real world working situations and applications. No matter what he demonstrates, he never shows bias toward one or another. This guy is the guru of pre-shop marketing, if you’re in the market for something, be sure to check out his library of video comparisons. Love your channel man, keep it up.
Thanks for watching!
1:01 I was REALLY dying to hear him say, "Smooth, buttery consistency."
I was expecting to see some toast come out to test that.
lol. Nice!
I was disappointed too. Wanted to see what kind of jig he could come up with to test the consistency compared to actual butter. Several brands of butter :p
@1:03 "We're Gonna Test That".
Sure did! Awesome🏁👍
@@ProjectFarm I made a suggestion please Mention Celsius and metrics
I like the Lucas red and tacky grease, been using it a while.
Your tests proves what I have suspected all along, Lucas is great grease...
I truly enjoy your channel and I really appreciate all you do for us here on TH-cam, keep up the fabulous work Todd,
Thank you once again for all that you do.... nice work!
Thanks and you are welcome! Will do!
I'm a trucker. I've been watching you for quite some time now. It's kind of scary some of the things you review because it's like you're reading my mind. Keep the great videos coming. I think I might owe you a percentage to my success so far 😉
Thank you very much! The kind comment means a lot and keeps me motivated. Safe travels and thanks again!
Project Farm is working with google to read our minds and check our search history ;)
Man I feel for you. I used to work on trucks n keeping them greased up was a pain in the ass. Say bye to that tube of grease each time. N that's before even hitting the fith wheel plate. Stay safe out there on the road
Trucker here too, love his videos as some really do help us out lol.
These are so comprehensive, quick and to the point. Had no idea there would be that much difference, the tackiness and bearing wear was enough to tell you get the Lucas. Great editing as well!
Thanks!
Red n Tacky is good schitt!
I use Mobil 1 grease in my travel trailer wheel bearings. A comparison with Red N Tacky would be very interesting
Thank you for the feedback
@@ProjectFarm thanks for your content. This is off subject but was wondering what your thoughts were using engine restorer on top of seafoam. Hadn't found anything on it. Thought I'd ask you. Thank you
Yes, that would be an interesting comparison. I use both. I seem to like the mobil 1 for my utility trailers, the hubs don't get warm under heavier loads. The Red N Tacky seems to work real good in u-Joints on my tractor pto shaft when mowing for long periods.
I've tried Mobil 1 red grease in the past, and it was a mess with liquid leaking out of it, making puddles on the garage floor. Never again since then. Haven't had that problem with Red n Tacky.
Project Farm
Good testing sir. I don’t necessarily spend money on the most expensive replacement part or consumables but in many cases as shown here. My loyalty to the better quality products will repay in the long game.
We know no one is paying you and thats why your vidios are so popular. We feel like it is straight up honest. I use these in real life situations. I just repacked my camp trailer bearings with Lucus RED N Tacky and after watching this, i`m sure glad I did. Thanks!
You are welcome!
Hey man, you should find a local Caterpillar dealer and test their oils and greases. They claim their lubricants are the best out there and I’d love to see you test them!
That's the only grease I use, although the local cat dealership is closer than the local McDonald's so it's easy to get to. It seems to be pretty good, but it's hard to tell unless you're really comparing them.
They will also test oil samples for you.
Shawn Dickens I just got done pulling one on a skid steer lol. I work for a dealer
@@ShawnDickens Those oil tests can save a guy a bit of money.
@Dana William
You should check out Japanese firms like Idemitsu, Eneos. But we had about barrel of OEM Honda 5w-20 oil straight from Acura shop, (because the shop foreman is my friend's body and they moved to new shop and everything had to go) and we used for oil changes and we had a few comments that the fuel consumption was better on the Honda oil comparing to Castrol GTX. Then our friends (ex Honda mechanic) Si was filled with Eneos instead of other very popular brand and the same comment. So there might be something more about OEM lubricants and their brew.
1,000,000 subs is coming soon! Congratulations!
Thank you very much!
@@ProjectFarm Do a comparison between the 100k and 1m subscriber award.
I've always purchased the "better" grease whenever I need to buy grease. I'm not sure why, but mostly reading the tube and the specs. The 2 or 3 dollar difference in the price is really insignificant when compared to the longevity of the grease. Grease fittings seem to get forgotten more often than any other form of maintenance in my shop, better grease is cheap insurance against my absent mindedness.
Thank you
Good logic. Same applies with installing OEM parts in hard to reach parts of the engine.
"Better grease is cheap insurance" - couldn't have put it better myself.
You, sir, are one smart cookie. Your attention to detail, creative testing rigs, and innovative methods of obtaining results are incredible. You could show McGyver a trick or two! Keep up the great work, because we are amazed, entertained, and educated with your results.
Thanks, will do!
This was hands down the most intensive video I have seen from you yet. I’ve always wondered if better grease actually mattered. Thanks for all the great content
Thank you
I use Lucas red and tacky on my 5th wheel and my chain binders, it is absolutely the best I have found. I do switch to an ATF/diesel mix for the binders in the winter. 8 yrs with the same binders and they run like butter. Great vid PF, you are truly a genius answering the questions of the common man.
Great feedback. Thank you
I seriously doubt you'll see a better grease testing video online. Outstanding! 👍👍
Thank you very much for the positive comment!!
I'm going to start sending you invoices for my time, since I spend more of it watching you than doing the work I'm supposed to be doing! I was actually surprised by the significance of the differences between these greases. Your test for tackiness was especially interesting and it makes me wonder how each of them would handle centrifugal force. In many automotive applications centrifugal force would want to send the grease outward in a packed bearing, eventually depriving the inner race of grease if it all has a place to go. The compatibility of grease is no joke, and I'm glad you did mention it. In future grease tests I'd be curious how different grease types hold up in similar tests (say, lithium and silicone and Moly based, etc.) Also, there are instances in automotive repair where grease is intentionally mixed with oil, such as replacing an outer wheel bearing in an axle. The bearing is packed with grease, but the expectation is that the gear oil will make it's way down the axle tube and eventually mix in with the grease and wash it out. I've always been curious if one type of grease or another is best used in this situation. Similarly, transmission and engine assembly often demands a temporary grease be used before trans fluid or engine oil gets through the lubrication passages. It would be interesting to see how a mix of grease and oil fared in some of these tests.
The special grease used in engine building is by design, intended to mix with oil. It won't hurt the oil, or the metal parts it's in contact with .
I've built, and helped build a lot of engines and I used 105, engine grease. It works great. One gentleman put an engine together by himself then called me and said the engine wouldn't build oil pressure.
We pulled the engine, he didn't tighten the oil pick up tube and the oil pump was only pulling air. We checked the crank shaft and bearings and they were fine. We did recoat them put the engine back in and presto we had 50 lbs of oil pressure.
@@bertgrau9246 Yes, there are special assembly lube for engines, such as Permatex Ultra Slick or the 105 you mention. Back in the day when I was rebuilding transmissions there were uses for grease too, including holding checkballs in place for assembly in valve bodies, or lubricating thrust washers, or bearings, etc. In axles with bearings that will start up dry I've only ever seen manufacturers recommend a high temp grease, without being specific. Some bearings also come with grease installed, even though the bearing might be for multiple applications. Another area where oil and grease can mix is on splined input or output shafts which initially need grease but eventually will have oil mixed in.
How the hell don’t you have a million subs! This channel is beyond brilliant! Thanks so much!
This is the channel I come to when I need to know what product to buy and what the proper purpose for it is. I love this channel so much.
I just wanted to say thank you for all your hard work you put in to this videos! I truly appreciate a hard working American that always working to have better tools and equipment and the other thing that I recognize is that you always have a smile on your face!! And u just keep it up and you will have your own tv show there's no joke about that or you'll just keep getting more and more subscribers! !
Thanks!
When it comes to testing, you are simply a genius
Watching you pack those bearings correctly warmed my heart. I’ve watched plenty (well, 3-4) new farm hands do such a poor job that your display was a pleasant surprise
It wasn't perfect though. One is supposed to scoop it like he did for a very short moment but you should keep scooping until the grease presses out the other side of the bearing and all the way around.
Cadde of course he can’t include every frame of every prep he does. I take him on his word that when he says “chemically cleaned” he did good job with the brake/carb cleaner regardless. He seems like a stand up guy to me and I have no reason to doubt him
I was from the "it's just grease" school and changed up only when a sale or a believable ad caused the switch. Great video. Is there test of chemically enhanced varieties in the future? Such as graphite laden vs Teflon infused? Brand choices are too numerous, though. How about the best bang for the buck general purpose? So far, Super Tech is not a favorite any longer despite cost and availability. Great video.
Thank you for sharing! Your work certainly benefits us cash-poor retirees who have to decide between meds or food for the week.
Great
quit taking the meds. Your a victim of big pharma. You most likely need nothing your taking. So there you go, food wins this one easily
This is the best Grease that I have ever seen or used. Silver hook is the brand and it's a CERAMIC GREASE which apparently works up to 1500C - I'm in Australia and have to buy it out of U.K. at approx $42 AUD for 500g tub inc. shipping, but it's bloody amazing! Makes loose bearings tighter and even repairs worn bearings! www.ebay.com.au/itm/Tub-Ceramic-Grease-And-Brake-Shoes-Pad-Protector-Vht-Protection/360710711120?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649
@@Mach141 are you sure you're not replying to the wrong comment?
@Chris Rock Jesus Christ! Really man? Go the hell on somewhere else.
>Needing to decide between meds or food
God Bless America!
The most elaborate test demo's on the Interwebs. Thanks for providing a public service. Good Health.
Thanks and you are welcome!
I’d like to see a comparison between some synthetic greases, like Red Line CV-2, Mobil 1, Amsoil Multipurpose, Valvoline Synpower.
Terrific video idea! Thank you
Add NCH Premalube grease on the list ;)
@@ProjectFarm Divinol, Ravenol, Orelon try all the greses from europe, if you can find them 🤘
AMSOIL would be good against Lucas red and tacky!
Ya I use valvoline on my ar15 bcg
I've been a lube nerd forever (well, 40 years anyway) I was an early adopter of Mobil1 synthetic grease and I'd love to see it tested against other good greases. Engine oils and filters are also great test subjects that many of us use.
I'm an M1 fan also though their red synthetic grease is not what the off white stuff of the past was. The red will separate over time at room temp. I have about a half case collecting dust. Wish I had bought a few cases of the original off white M1 grease back in the day. I still have a partial tube from decades ago and it still has not separated. Stuff smells great as always also. I would like to find a source for the grease Honda used in the rear wheel bearings back in the day. The stuff was indestructible and had a similar feel and smell to the old M1 greese.
I prefer astroglide
Mobil 1 separates badly.
We’ve used Schaeffer greases and oils in our fleet for years. Schaeffer has some of the best lubricants made and their greases are their claim to fame. Great American company too.
I’d like to see Lucas X-tra heavy duty GREEN vs the RED AND TACKY.
It would be good to see the difference between lithium base, and polyurea base.
@@tangydiesel1886 Against Molybdenum disulfide grease too!
What about hair or acne grease?
Me too
Me too. Also throw in Mercedes' own green bearing grease.
Been watching for a long long time and still by far you have the best channel on TH-cam!!!
Thanks!
You, by far, have the absolutely best channel on YT!!! Love all your videos, please keep them rollin'.
Thanks, will do!
I had a buddy tell me about it, he raced circle track and had to pack wheel bearings every race. He tried this and was able to go 3 races before having to do the bearings. I use it religiously.
Thank you
Awesome review!! I’ve been using the Lucas red and tacky grease for a long time on all my boat axle bearings with zero issues. I run bearing buddies on my hubs and keep them topped up, every 3 seasons I pull them apart for a full cleaning, never any damage to the bearings .
Thanks! Thanks for sharing.
This man dose deserves some money for his Chanel. Lots of work and pure face are in his videos. This man should have his own Trail and Error Channel. Thank you again.
My pleasure!
The red n tacky is pretty good for semi fifth wheels.
Also, "texture: buttery" gave me a good laugh. Lol
Trucker here and I use the red n tacky on my 5th wheel too cuz the stuff hangs on great.
lol. Nice!
Me three on the red n tacky for the fifth wheel.
Dion what do you recommend for chassis/brake components on a semi?
@@MrWisdom79 Whatever the shop uses, really. I'd prefer Mystik grease myself but I don't think I've been to a shop that uses it in bulk.
im the opposite, i use the cheap supertech on my fifth wheel, cause i do alot of drop n hooks and the tackiness of the lucas wears it all off the fifth wheel faster.
We have an '86 Grand Marquis we've owned for 17 years, and a few years prior to that, I had another one. I used to repack the bearings around the recommended interval of 30k miles. When I started buying Amsoil grease about 12 years ago, I figured I could run the preload tighter, and go a bit longer on the interval. I was right! Part of owning 3 cars, plus maintaining everyone else's, maintenance intervals get forgotten quite a bit here. One time I went 80k miles on the same grease - absolutely no wear marks on any bearing or race. I get 3x the life out of bearings now, too. It's definitely true with grease - you get what you pay for!
Excellent video, Todd! Much appreciated! 👍🍻
Thank you for the video idea on Amsoil grease!
This video was extremely enlightening. It has changed my outlook on bearing grease. I think the Lucas is going to be stocked in my bench cabinet. Again, you do a great job at independent analysis or premium products.
Great to hear!
Awesome test. I have always used the Lucas in my boat trailer bearings and definitely will continue to do so. Thanks so much.
Thanks and you are welcome!
Ok...Great test!!! Confirmed my suspicions!!!! Now I would like to see a comparison between Lucas Red N Tacky and some very expensive...so called “Synthetic” grease! Thanks again! Great video!
Great recommendation! Thank you
*Project Farm* Hey, great video as usual! Just a tip: Many times I've used a grease gun connected to a spark plug adapter to break free stuck engines quickly...it works like a champ, although once it blew the head gasket on a mower while still breaking it free. Figured you would appreciate this, have a great day!
Great tip! Thank you
Check out the series of videos called "Will they Run? Straight-8 Showdown! Packard vs Buick"
The Buick has a siezed piston and despite removing the head, they could not unstick the piston and so they capped off the cylinder with the stuck piston and pumped it full of grease to get it to move. It's a great series of videos. 2 straight 8 engines, 2 teams and zero budget.
@@tarstarkusz yup Cold War Motors--great channel
tarstarkusz-- The race to the end of the driveway was kinda anti-climatic.
@@dsloop3907 Yeah, but the videos were great.
Last time I was this early I was still buying inferior products without watching these wonderful videos, thanks!
Thank you very much!
I am not a fan of magic oil additives, but I have been using Red N Tacky for years. Real world use has demonstrated that is STAYS in chassis parts - it does not get washed away and allow water intrusion like most chassis grade greases. It also maintains it's lubricating qualities for the entire service interval. It goes in red and purges reddish during re-service. This product lengthens the life of chassis parts exponentially. Thank you for confirming the quality of this product.
You are welcome! Thanks for sharing.
I work in the heavy equipment industry. I’ve never came across a part that wore out due to brand of grease, only the lack there of; although I do use a higher quality grease in my vehicles
Great feedback. Thank you
Three Finger Joe obviously, it’s got nothing to do with the brand, but the “lack of” you refer to is when the cheap grease clocks out and leaves before the operator does, and that’s when parts wear, if it were a better grease it would of lasted until the next lube job arrived.
Old saying, "Any grease is better than no grease !"
It liquefied and went out
Maybe that's more critical on the longevity of some ball bearings.
My dad told me to use red and tacky when I replaced my throw out bearing on my 99 Subaru manual transmission and it's been going strong... Good to know his favorite is good!
The thing is when dad's tell you to do some thing or use some thing in a certain way you should always listen!!! Dad's seem to know more than mechanics 🤣🤣
Great advice!
If your transmission quill is aluminum, you should also use a steel sleeve over it as well. Mine wore out and cacsed my throwout bearing to die. I used one of these to fix it: www.pdmusa.com/
Packing bearings with my grandpa...that’s memories right there
Great memories for sure!
Yeah...my G Pa had a 49 De Soto...fluid drive...somebody has it...I last saw it on Tom Bells used car lot in Redlands, CA...STILL RUNNING!!!
"Packing bearings with my grandpa"
How did he do compare to grease?
I've been a proponent of Amsoil Lubricants Products for over 30 years.
I don't think there is many that come close to the high quality of amsoil.
I'd like to see the Best of the best go up against an equal counterpart from Amsoil.
Keep up the hard work.
We love your channel.
Thanks, will do! Thanks for the suggestion.
I'd like to see some tests on lucas oil stabilizer, how well it stabilizes different types of oil, and how it compares to different stabilizers. I really enjoy how thorough you are with all your testing
I used 1 gallon of 15w40 for every 1000 miles on big rig before Lucas.
After I put 20% Lucas oil I use 1 gallon every 6000 miles .
Good stuff.
That's pretty impressive tbh. My car started having issues with oil pressure at idle so I changed the oil and used a quart of the lucas and 3 of synthetic 10w30 and haven't had anymore issues. Just a bandaid to hopefully last long enough for me to get a newer car
@@LK-dm7kx see the post I wrote in his Motorkote test, it includes Lucas.
He has already done a video on lucas oil stabilizer, i think it was last year but it may be older than that. its a good video and he runs a horizontal engine with no oil- just the remnants of the oil and lucas after draining. pretty sure he stacked it up again STP oil stabilizer and lucas won.
And test the original t h i c c formula compared to the new thin formula.
At least the super tech doesnt make false claims of being "heavy duty", I appreciate their honesty. Thank you for this informative analysis.
You are welcome!
Very nicely said. And Super Tech also makes multiple versions of their grease, including A version that has performance specs on par with Lucas Red. Just wondering if it actually works as well!
@@BingWatcher Thank you!! I'm sure they're on par, or can at least compare closely with Lucas
When I was getting my master degree in mechanical engineering we had some lessons on lubricants. All greases with same soap base can be mixed, regardless of the thickness of the oil inside. With almost all general purpose (wheel bearing) greases being lithium soap based, you really don't have to worry all that much about mixing greases of different brands.
Thanks for the feedback.
like Sander says, mixing NILG 2 and NILG 2 greases of different brands is not an issue
mixing greases with different thickeners (lithium vs PolyUrea) is a no-no
the different thickeners or soap bases react with one another and causes the oil to fall out of solution
a test of that would be nice
I have done this in the shop a couple of times as most of the techs I have worked with did not believe it
Thanks I was looking for a comment like this. I’m going to switch out grease for my cargo trailer but I don’t want to clean out the bearings first. Not that I would have lol.
Very informative and eye opening video. Your work and attention to detail is second to none. Keep up the great work. We all really appreciate the effort you put into doing these videos.
Hey I've been watching your videos for a long wial now, and allso am a employee at Lowe's, your videos have helped me, help people in my town save $$ and get good products!! Ty for all your educational videos!!!
Thanks for sharing.
Lucas is actually what I use on my wheel bearings and joints. Good stuff! I needed this comparison for my brother-in-law.
Thank you
Some of your testing apparatus are pretty ingenious. Side note: I'd love to see a comparison of lithium grease and molybdenum disulfide grease.
Thank you for the video idea!
And synthetic against common off the shelf stuff...mmmmm
I wonder how cheapo brand heavy duty grease would compare to Big Red.
..and silicone grease.
Moly vs. Lithium grease is a great idea! I tend to use the Traveler Extreme HD 3% moly grease from Tractor Supply on my equipment, as it's very reasonably priced for a 3% moly grease, but I'd love to know how it stacks up against something like the Lucas Red N Tacky, or other "premium" lithium grease.
I trust this guy more than one on major networks, they can be bought. Thank you for what you do...
Thanks and you are welcome!
I just bought another tube of Red n Tacky for my trailer bearings! Looks like it was a good choice! As always, thank you Project Farm!