How to do a Chassis Lube (Ball Joints, Tie Rods Ends, and more!) | AnthonyJ350
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- Want to know how to get more life our of suspension components? In this video we go over a simple maintenance task that should be performed with every oil change, that's a chassis lube. Performing a chassis lube is a simple task but is typically over looked by owners. Make sure you grease the ball joints, tie rod ends, sway bar bushings, drive shafts and U-joints whenever a zerk fitting is installed.
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How to do a Chassis Lube (Ball Joints, Tie Rods Ends, and more!) | AnthonyJ350
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I've never seen all these grease fittings that you're finding except for on ball joints you have me wondering now about to go jack my Tahoe up I have to change the sway bar links anyways ..cool video!
Switch your end link and bushings to Energy Suspension. Handles a lot better after.
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Some older cars on the road I have an '87 with 11 fittings.
This is awesome. Greased all my suspension parts, interior, abs module, brake pads, hood latches, tag light, and center console. Nothing can stop me now.
Thanks, I think..........................
You forgot the Air conditioning. Your AC is full with greese when it comes out the vents.
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I knew I forgot something.
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ANTHONY, MOST EXCELLENT VIDEO ! Brief, to the point and very informative. I left a comment below on a video I saw to pass on some more info on this subject. I'm 63 and still learned some new tricks.Thanks !
Thanks for watching!
At first I laughed at the brake bleeder screw comment about not greasing those, but this is a great tip for beginners. Good video.
Haha thanks, ya just wanted to grow awareness to help people with their maintenance.
I mean for a split second ive Almost thought about it. Lmao
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Yeah. That would be bad. A little, but not enough knowledge really can be a dangerous thing.
I am new to car maintenance; this video helped a lot
Glad you found it helpful!
Nice job on the video! Very well made and you cover a variety of vehicles. thank you!
Glad you liked it!
@2:30 Thank you for telling the new DIY people what not to do. I just started doing my own lube/oil/brakes etc to save money on labor and to make sure stuff gets done right. No one is going to care more about your ride than you. Plus, there are a lot incompetent/crooked mechanics out there.
I'm glad you saw value in the video and have the confidence to take on basic maintenance!
Didn't even knew a 1990 Chevy k1500 had fitting for lubing lol. Im glad I watched this video.
Awesome, now you know you can do it every oil change and get a lot of life out of your truck! Also if you have to change parts, MOOG typically will give a grease fitting where typically the factory part was sealed.
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I got zerk fitting ball joints. I filled the ball joint buy after about 3 months I noticed a bunch of grease on the control arm. Is this normal? I just keep pumping grease into this thing and it leaks out?
Thank you!! Great video. Quick and to the point.
Thank you for watching!
great video.. I have recently heard and felt a creaking sound emanating from the front suspension and steering of my 2001 VW Caravelle . after viewing a guy greasing his SEALED ball joints I copied his method and drilled a 3.32 hole in the ball joint where a grease nipple would normally be situated .. After injecting grease into all of the rod ends and ball joints the annoying ceaking and vibration had gone and my front suspension and steering was so much more fluid . I had recently replaced the shock absorbers front and back and I was almost convinced it was one of the new shocks creaking . the local agricultural supplier had some grease nipples and stainless steel needles which provided the perfect way to add grease into the joints .
That's awesome! You're definitely going to get more life out of your vehicle by doing this!
Super helpful thanks!
Glad it helped!
Good job pointing out the bleeder valve, on the caliper, as a point not to grease.
Thanks for watching! 🙂
You can also buy grease gun fittings that will allow you to access hard to reach grease nipples - I just bought a kit with several attachments that makes the job a lot easier. Great video🤘
Great point! I bought one too, I'll probably make a follow up video for the new u-joints in the truck.
What’s the kid called?
I saw a YT video on greasing different suspension parts that do not have a grease fitting using a grease gun needle available from most auto parts supply stores The video showed how to use the needlel to pierce thru the rubber boot,( at the top to force the grease down and push the contaminates out the bottom), then clean the penetration's point with any type of solvent, and seal it with super glue. Be sure to mark the penetration point so you can use it again for greasing's next time. Seemed to make sense to me.
Thank you for sharing this!
Thanks for the tips.
Happy to help!
I was always taught minimum of 2 to 3 pumps of grease does the trick on most fittings. Recently put on new front sway bar links and I had a bunch of grease spewed out on the mounting surface. I think I over greased them and the excess was just squeezing out and the seals weren't actually bad, just error on my part.
Thanks for sharing your experience!
Really really great video!
Thank you for watching!
Thanks for the video, I'm recently widowed and trying to learn how to do simple maintenance to my 99 Chevy suburban. I've been hearing some clattering and smelling burned grease/oil from behind the tire. Appreciate the teaching.
I'm sorry for your loss. I'm glad this video was able to help you 🙂
I must share....greasing the barring wasn't the only reason for noise, etc. I took it in for both front calipers and brake line to be replaced. However I appreciate you sharing your wisdom and saved your channel for the next project.
@@aharo3 Thanks for sharing your experience. I'm glad some of the videos will help you in the future 🙂
Great video, Thank you!
Glad you liked it!
Awesome video!
Thanks for watching!
Thank you for the video. Also, I have discovered during my years of DIYing, I have found many parts come with grease fittings oem or aftermarket. Just need to research and/or ask your manufacturer’s automotive service center or seasoned auto store employee.
Thanks for sharing!
*First 5 seconds of video*
"Hey, guys, today we're going to be talking about lubricating your rotors."
Haha I get it, because the end hit the rotor by accident. Such an awesome comment.
@@AnthonyJ350 fk my shidder
Hahaha first thing I saw
im glad im not the only one who physically hurt when i saw that
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Video's I watched recently for 01 Silverado W did not have Zerk's on ball-joints ▬ one person had welded hook from old-style jack onto the lower A-frame to have a jack-point then left caliper hanging by brake hose · This guy has a Zerk on his anti-sway bar the other guy removed it but edit's that out:
Some forks are not really Advanced;
Joke intended;
Awesome video.
Thanks for watching!
Very informative man
Thank you!
what grease are you using and what do you recommend? Idk if the red n tacky stuff is good to use
Good video. What type off grease do you recommend for the upper control arm ball joints?
Lucas Red and Tacky. Just make sure the tube says suitable for chassis components.
Hey, nice video, one question, how do I know if it is too much grease? I have moog balljoints and y push the gun like 9 times, the boot was very hard and no leaking.
If the boot is full of grease you should be fine
How do you know what kind of grease to use? Do you use the same stuff for the suspension as the u joints?
It'll say on the label what the grease is suitable for. I've been using Lucas Red and Tacky lately.
Hi there. I'm planning to replace my dad's 2013 mitsubishi rvr tie rods but I don't know which type of grease or brand and grease gun to buy. Any suggestions? Thank you!
I started using Lucas red and tacky stuff. Just get a generic grease gun from the auto parts store.
I've heard of drilling, tapping, and installing a grease fitting.
I'm sure you can, I just prefer parts that had the intention of having grease used from the design stage.
Hi, I have a 09 Nissan Frontier 4x4 with 107,000 mi., the front steering makes a squeeking noise when I turn the steering wheel, if I bounce the suspension -nothing. Any idea what it could be? Is the front suspension all sealed? i.e. no grease zerks. Thanks.
Noise might be coming from your steering rack, possibly a bearing? Also how often do you change the power steering fluid?
Gotta do my ball joints and stabilizer links. Wondering what type of grease did you use?
Lucas Red and Tacky is what I've been using.
You can get a needle for those "ungreasable" tie rods. Works very well
Thanks for the feedback!
Is there an specific greace or any would do the work?
I'm liking Lucas Red & Tacky right now for this application.
Do you need to loosen the grease fittings or do you just attach the grease gun with the fitting tight?
Just attach it right away.
When I attached the hose to the fitting on my upper control arms the grease comes out from the top instead of the bottom do I need a different tip on the hose
Tip probably needs replacement. Is it old?
Is different type of grease used depending if bushings are rubber or poly?
You want it to say suitable for chassis use
Is it universal want to do my 2013 Toyota Sienna where would I go to get the grease gun or any tool I need??
You local auto parts store will sell the grease gun.
Is it ok to clean off grease build up from the spindle?
For sure!
If you fill the boot with grease will it have grease come out of the top?
Depends on the part. Moog seems to force it out the bottom in their design.
Are those grease guns an item the local parts stores will loan out I wonder.
They're pretty affordable, it's totally worth owning for the convenience. It'll pay for itself when you get more life out of chassis components.
I have a pickup that has been sitting for a few years. Real squeaky when I drive it, would you recommend this for a vehicle that has been sitting in elements that long?
It's not going to hurt anything. You can also spray areas with Fluid Film because it's been sitting for so long. Just make sure to clean the brake with brake clean after.
@@AnthonyJ350 awesome. Thanks!
Is it the same grease for the drives haft u joints?
I use Lucas Red and Tacky. Just make sure it says rated for chassis use on the tube.
Excellent video. What is the name/type of grease that should be used?
I just use Lucas Red and Tacky
@@AnthonyJ350 Thanks.
Does the kind of grease you use matter, I'm. New vehicle owner and mine is noisy and want to fix it asap
Just make sure it says suitable for chassis use on the tube. I use Lucas red and tacky.
I learned the hardway. I never thought id have to lubricate those parts until my driver ball joint controler popped out😭
Was it clunking over speed bumps or low speed maneuvers?
@@AnthonyJ350 mine is
What type of grease are you using. There's so many different kinds it gets overwhelming.
Lucas Red and Tacky now. Just read the label and make sure it says for chassis.
Is it true modern cars dont have these grease fittings? My car’s service schedule does not mentions lubricating the suspension or the chassis
Ya most of them are sealed it seems. You can still get aftermarket that has fittings. The manufacturer saves money that way and the end user has to purchase mire replacement parts.
AnthonyJ350 then is it a good idea to spray some lube or apply some grease under the boots?
@@PlayJewel it COULD keep dirt out for longer supposedly
Good video. I normally keep pumping until fresh grease appears so I know I’ve forced most of the old grease out.
Thanks for sharing your experience!
Becareful because that's not always the case. You don't Want to pop the seals.
@@huggywuggy3608 Depends on the product. MOOG parts are designed that way.
@@huggywuggy3608 What seals? You mean dust boots? Not sure where else old grease that’s full of grit and metal grinds would get out when adding new grease if a part were sealed. Some u joints might be sealed but then they are non-serviceable so wouldn’t be greasing them. 🤷🏻♂️
@@69butternut. bearing seals. LUBRICANT FAILURE = BEARING FAILURE
Be sure to use a lithium complex grease fortified with moly. It’s thicker/dryer and feels powdery. Regular less thick grease options are the major fail reason for off-road use. Specifically for the control arm ball joints.
Thanks for sharing!
Bilsteins! Hey, is it better to take the weight off the suspension when you do this?
I've greased them with the wheels on and off.
I have a grease gun, but the grease is decades old. Is that a problem? Thanks for the video
Hmmmm not sure, does it still flow nice and does it look weird and discolored?
@@AnthonyJ350 I'd have to dig it out and check. Maybe I should buy a new one I'd rather spend about 20, 30 bucks and be on the safe side.
I have a 2007 ford f150 that's squeaks horribly when I make sharp left turns, specially with the u turns.
I greatly appreciate your response.
So will ball joints with grease points last indefinitely?
They can last a long time but it depends on the quality of the part, weight of the vehicle and driving conditions
Will this work on older trucks like a 1979?
If it has grease fittings it will, most definitely.
Is there any truth to something I heard lately about some grease is not compatible and may cause wear. This being caused by different formulations in different grease brands?
As long as it says "chassis parts" on the tube you should be fine.
Hey, what grease should i use for a nissan navara 2007 and a Quasquai 2016...can't find info anywhere on it
I use Lucas Red and Tacky
Do you have to jack your vehicle up for the grease to be effective or is it just for easier access?
You can just apply it if you can get to the grease fittings.
@@AnthonyJ350 Thank you
Can you use Moly lithium grease in upper control arm ball joints?
If the grease says suitable for chassis parts
@gator 68 Molybdenum type is different then Lithium based..... I wouldn't purchase the mix. Just stick with lithium-based.
What type of grease did you use?
Lucas Red and Tacky.
How do you feel about sealed boots that you'll have to use a needle on?
You gotta do what you gotta do. Better than doing nothing, that's for sure. I think units with the grease fitting will lubricate better and if maintained properly will last longer.
@@AnthonyJ350 What brand of grease do you recommend? I have a 2013 Sierra.
@@darktoadone5068 I've been using Lucas red and tacky lately.
Thanks for the excellent video, what type of grease is being used? I have a 2015 Toyota Tacoma SR5 RWD.
For chassis components I just use a multi-pupose grease. You have to note the operating temperature of the grease and also if it's compatible with plastic components depending on parts equipped on your vehicle.
Great! Thanks for the response
Watch out Tony. I have a Taco too. And you need 2 types of grease for your Taco NLGI #2 Lithium base chassis grease and regular for other components , cant use moly on needle bearings or vice versa ...Just letting u know. I gotta go check my notes for what grease for what part . But that should be enough . Google it. lol peace
Is the connector supposed to snap in?
It does, mine isn't loud at all. Depends on your grease gun I suppose.
I have a brand new 2019 civic and my car is squeaking really bad on turns so I think im going to have to do this
Hopefully it has factory equipped grease fittings.
@@AnthonyJ350 yeah I don't know i didnt say that in my initial comment lol but my car is a 2019 civic so I doubt my car or any newer year cars come with fittings. Hopefully it's on the manufacturer and the dealer replaces my strut bushing for free
you can buy needles with zerk fitting on them at auto stores. then just poke a hole in a boot and fill it up. don't forget to mark your holes, don't want to lose them.
Great tip!
My car doesnt have the grease nipples on the bushings , my car is squeaking loudly at moment & has been like it for a couple of days but was quieter a month ago with a slight squeaking noise when i drive on slight bumpy road surfaces , i have replaced the front lower bushings on the wishbone arms which i greased properlywhen i installed them & also new ball joints so i cant understand why the front suspension is squeaking , the cars a 2017 polo gti & has electronic damping sport mode suspension , i was thinking about spraying the whole bushings etc with white lithium grease spray but im seeing different opinions about what grease would be the better to use ?
Fluid Film would be better because it doesn't degrade rubber or plastic. Whatever you pick it has to be safe for those materials.
Blaster spray silicone all bushings even body bushings...
What kind of grease do i use for this ??
Anything rated for chassis use on the tube. I like Lucas red and tacky stuff.
Can you use red grease
I've been using Lucas Red and Tacky
Where do I get the grease fitting?
Your local auto parts store. If replacing chassis components, get ones like MOOG that have grease fittings.
what type of grease would you recommend for this? thanks
I've been using Lucas Red and Tacky
@@AnthonyJ350 Lucas is just ok but motor oil brands typically have their own grease. Royal Purple, Schaeffers Oil, Amsoil. A high quality waterproof synthetic grease will outperform anything you can find in the hardware store.
@@nunyabusiness3786 Lucas is a motor oil brand. They make motor oil.
I have that exact grease gun and I can't seem to get the grease to go into the fitting, just globs up all around and wastes all my grease. Any advice on this
It does this on all of your grease fittings. My grease gun did this on a grease fitting that was seized closed. Changed the fitting and it worked just fine.
Be careful, there is pressure inside joints, nipples, etc and can explode grease out fast enough to do damage. There's a very important reason why grease guns warn you of serious injury or death and amputation... When grease gets shot into your body it isn't compatible with your tissues. It causes necrosis, gangrene, compartment syndrome and sepsis. It will feel like a little sting and you must IMMEDIATELY go to the ER for surgery if you feel that little sting. They have to cut out all tissues that touched grease. It's called 'pressure injection injury' and can happen from paint sprayers as well. They sell safety fittings and there is info on how to minimize risks. The pressure between the nipple and the nozzle can reach 15000psi and a droplet of grease can kill you. Sorry, I'm honestly not trying to sound all fatalist and stuff, but this ends careers and lives. Livelihoods gone to machismo. Do it for your family and your future, learn the risks.
@@fluffyhellion thanks. Never heard of this before your comment.
@@fluffyhellion This is terrifying but makes sense based on what I’ve heard about hydraulics 😬
I got squeaking going on so I need to do this, but it's cold as hell outside!
Better get to it! Or have a chassis shop quickly do it for you.
What grease are you using on the control arms?
Alex Sanchez doesn’t really matter
I use Lucas products
Do you know if the 04' G35 coupe has a lot of serviceable grease fittings?
Most likely not unless they have been replaced with aftermarket
@@96cr got it. i looked online at various forums and looks like in stock form, it did not come with grease fittings of any kind. thanks!
You'll have to upgrade to parts like MOOG that are serviceable when parts where out.
What grease u use
Lucas Red and Tacky
get a grease needle for your grease gun to fill the boots that don't have fittings.
Thanks for the tip!
What grease should I use?
Anything rated for "chassis" use.
What type of grease? Lithium?
I use Lucas red and tacky
When I remove the zero from my outer tie rod ends grease oozes out of the tie rod end. Is it okay to simply leave the zero in the tie rod end?
Bro do you mean the zerk fittings? Yes they stay in. They are a small one way valve. If you take them off, of course the grease will come out
Yup leave the fittings on. Just clean them before you put grease in.
If there isn’t grease in any of these components don’t they need to be replaced? Because if it’s low/empty on grease doesn’t that mean the part is broken somewhere causing the leak in the first place
I would have a dedicated chassis shop give the suspension a once over.
What kind of Grease do you use
Lucas Red and Tacky
What happens if it runs out of grease
It will wear out
What type of grease should be used?
I use Lucas red and tacky. Just make sure it says for chassis.
@@AnthonyJ350 thanks. I got a similar brand made for chassis. From what I read, it's best to use a lithium-based grease.
Odd question can I use red n tacky on most of this? It says it's all purpose
I have been using it for these applications lately and haven't seen an issue.
@@AnthonyJ350 cool man thanks
@@destroyerofworldsnamedchan577 Let us know how it works out for you 🙂
Would doing this stop my car from squeaking when I go over bumps and jumps ?
If the suspension components that articulate have great fittings, it could potentially. Do you have polyurethane bushings?
I don’t believe so
@@RaySwank225 I would grease it and spray some Fluid film on those moving parts. Make sure to stay away from the brakes.
I notice on man almost every one of these videos after greasing you rip the little connector loose from the zert if you'll look more carefully at it or read the back of the package on one that's new it twists on and twist off loosen it up put it on the zert then twist it tight. To take it off again to twist it couple of turns and lift it off look at 1 when it's new the 3 or 4 Little clamps inside go over the top of the zert about like hooking a trailer over the towing ball hitch then you tighten it up it stays on until you loosen it. Dont rip it off. now you have both hands-free to pump your grease gun.
Thanks for the comment.
Hi Sir,
I am from.india
I have 2WD Suzuki Dzire Vehicle MT version.
I had a issue in my 1000km run new car.
When i start engine and turn electric power steering left side approx 10deg it make knock noise.
Then while driving its not there.
Then again whenever car shutdown and start after 30min this knock sound comes when steering turn left at 10deg in engine idle and wheel stationary ( On both Plain and semi plain floor ) and its not sound of tyres and steering or floor.
Plz guide
Did you try showing it to the dealership?
@@AnthonyJ350 Yes. and they checked all suspension and steering parts and found ok. What they told me that it's ball joints which make noise when vehicle steering turn after interval from idle to release pressure in form of sound I told.
I don't know.
Even Suzuki Service Team officially given me in written saying this and ask me that my car is perfect don't worry.
Is it true what you think for this noise
@@avinashsinghrawat3620 Very possible. What you can do is go to the dealership with a friend and say you're interested in buying one for him/ her. Test drive it and see if it makes the same noise.
If it does, it's normal. If it doesn't show them one makes the noise and the other doesn't.
What kinda grease you recommend
Lucas Red and Tacky is good. Just make sure to read the description and make sure it says suitable for chassis parts.
@@AnthonyJ350 I got the green Lucas will that be good
@@B-S1999 I think so, it's meant for extreme conditions. They say it's for automotive, does it say chassis on the tube?
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now im know how to grease thank much
Glad the video helped!
What type of greese
I used Lucas red and tacky
What model is your car
2005 Silverado
The "ungreaseable" parts can be greased with a needle
Thanks for sharing!
I have a question. What happens if the ball joint ain’t greased & they’re new? Will they popped out or what?
They just wear out faster.
So they won’t pop out? But thanks !
@@carlossalazar3013 No once they're assembled that's it. But if they ever clunk you need to bring it to your mechanic immediately. Try to have your mechanic or chassis shop do a once over of the vehicle before any road trip.
Alright & One more thing if it does pop out, do you think you’ll need a need control arm?
@@carlossalazar3013 Most you can buy a new ball joint and replace it. Try to get one with grease fittings. MOOG is what I pick.
my new 2018 Sierra only has these on the tie rod ends. Upper and lower are non grease able. oh, and no dip stick for the trans. really chops my hide.
The ball joints being sealed doesn't surprise me. But no dipstick for the transmission is sad. I really don't like the trend of new vehicles. I'm probably going to look for a 2007 Classic 4X4 to build up eventually and just have two GMT-800s. They want you to get rid of your truck after 5 years it seems.
Yes, they do. My 2006 GMC yukon 4x4 has been a great truck! It has the 5.3 with 4.10 gears. I installed the cognito steering braces, steering dampener, and heavy duty tie rod sleeves. The front diff and transfer case have given me zero problems. I did install the case saver to avoid the pump rub issues. I use my yukon's 4x4 at least 4 times a year on some pretty gnarly trails.
Yeah that's because car companies know that most people dont take care of their cars so they do that to make them last longer for the average driver even though they cut the life of those parts down for the people who actually care about their cars it's pretty sad... Just dont be fooled by the "lifetime" transmission fluid it lasts 100k miles technically but the optimal time to change it to make your tranny last longer is about 60k also the rubber boots tend deteriorate before the grease does so I would use some of that spray sh!t that makes your rubber boots last longer. In my opinion they shouldn't have done that people who care about their cars deserve the extra life of parts people who don't deserve the extra cost.
jewllake drill them and tap them your self it’s not hard about a 2 hr job
Sealed joints can be lubed. Purchase a zerk needle.
11 years ago, I greased my caliper bleeder. But I was dumb enough not to open it, so that didn't do anything. Whew.
It's an honest mistake. It does look like it should be greased.
The sell needles to puncture the rubber on non grease fittings
You can do that if you would like
@@AnthonyJ350 of course that’s how you grease non grease tie rod upper and lower ball joints
@@jezzie1965 Thanks for sharing!
I put a bit of grease On my caliper bleeding point
On or in?
@@AnthonyJ350 light coat On cuz the protective rubber get stuck if it’s too dry , and a protect against rust
@@steeviekouadio9311 That makes total sense.
@@AnthonyJ350 and what grease tube could you suggest me to buy in Canada ? For ball joint and link kit
@@steeviekouadio9311 I use Lucas red and tacky for the past couple years.
I found out today that a national change tire center that does my oil changes, does not/ has not been greasing the fittings, now i have a busted drive shaft. I prseumed it was being done with every oil change. They said they have not done them for 15 years.... OMG. Beware ppl, your car is not getting a grease job when you get the oil changed.
Thank you for sharing your experience!
Beware, all grease guns are not the same. If your grease gun bleeds, that is, oil is leaking out of the gun, while it waits for your next oil change, then you are losing the lubricant from the grease and all that is left is the "paste" and not much of any lubricant.
Thanks for the tip!
Which grease gun do you recommend?
Don't you just put the tube in there?
use grease injector needle if your automobile doesnt have fittings. problem solved, just do it slowly as the needle doesn't inject as much at a time as the fittings do.
Thanks for sharing!
What grease tho
Lucas Red and Tacky