The u-joints on my rear drive shaft are the type that have the recessed grease fitting on the end cap (as opposed to the nipple style in the corner). I believe they are Precision (NAPA) brand. The grease gun thread-on adapter I bought at NAPA yesterday doesn't fit my mini-style gun -- naturally! I really do not want to spend $18 on the snap-on type of adapter, and am not so sure how well it would work anyway.
Should I switch back to "regular" u-joints next time I change them? For now, should I just by the snap-on adapter? Other suggestions?
Greasing the U-joint
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Buy a real grease gun and move on.
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Use a pointed grease gun tip. They work g reat
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Those mini grease guns suck.
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Have both full and mini szed guns. The mini is a pita but offers maneuver room. :upset:Flexible hose.
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Flexible hose.
X2 Another good attachment is a tip that slides from the side. They're handy when you can't get to the fitting easily.
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Should I switch back to "regular" u-joints next time I change them?IMO, unless you very frequently run in mud or water; a good quality u-joint like Spicer's triple sealed will provide a long service life w/o the hassle of lubricating them.
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