mapaduke@yahoo.com wrote: ↑Sun May 29, 2016 4:46 am
What do you guys use to grease Lindeman role's?
Hi,
Oh. Yes. I forgot that the earlier rollers hadn't any seals. The MC and, I think, the 40c 3-roller track rollers need a thick grease or it just all flows right on out. You don't need a low pressure gun, but they do take a lot, so a high volume gun would be a help. Expect to go thru at least a tube per side.
I would suggest using at least a number 3 grease. That means shopping at industrial lubricant suppliers and not any tractor places or auto parts stores. I don't ever see anything thicker than number 2 at those places. And, when looking try to find a grease containing fiber material, like the old Kendall S-831. The fibers in the grease will keep it in place longer than a non-fiber grease. Of course, a number 2 would be better than something even thinner. And, of course, better than no grease at all.
The kind of lubricants that were used back in the day were usually made from coal tar, sodium soap, and asbestos fibers. Thick and stickier than glue, and perfect for the application. But, of course, all such are long gone due to the fact that such stuff scared everyone off due to possible health risks. I still have some around from back when and it requires a kerosene bath to get it off of my hands.....
The Kendall stuff was safe enough, but then the Kendall brand name was bought out in the 80s. I bring it up as that was the brand we carried in our family dealership back in the 70s, and so I know what was used for what.
As to the size of the button head fittings, the later ones are 5/8, and all I can dig up is that the earlier ones are larger. Anyone know the size?
Stan