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Thanks Auburn, I discovered that a while back. CAT makes good stuff.

This is the new updated replacement design bearing. I think this is a superior design.

I have not had a close look at these until now but it is my opinion that this bushing is designed to move lubricant into the bushing, and keep it in there.

Heres a photo (not the greatest) of the inside of the bushing being discussed earlier.

http://forum.ih8mud.com/80-series-tech/78276-front-axle-rebuild-faq.html

Here's a diagram of the exact assembly I have. I drew a red line that connects the Birfield joint grease area with the wheel bearing grease area. It looks like it would be difficult for large amounts of lube to travel from the inner Birf area to the wheel bearing area because the only area...

In the end, I am less concerned with what these vehicles were lubricated with from the factory (15 years ago), I am really just looking to select an optimal lubricant from what is available today.

What do the major CV joint manufacturers out there recommend as a lubricant? (NTN and such)

For what its worth... http://www.upshiftblog.com/2010/12/diy-replace-cv-joint-and-swivel-ball.html

erock I dont see any mention of moly additive on the features list, so probably not, but a call to Amsoil would surely confirm.

Thanks Rix, that looks good. I will drop the idea of using a liquid lube. SO..... does anyone have any OTHER greases to recommend that meet my original criteria? Thanks!

My opinion is that IF the grease inside the Birfield joint is too thick, and it gets slung out during rotation of the joint, that it will have a very hard time finding its way back into the joint. IF the birfield joint gaskets/seals could hold a lubricant thin enough to run back into the joint...

Originally Posted By: WagonBoss I don't believe there is any mainstream company making a grease to your spec. NLGI has a listing of certified products you could go through if you have the time. In general, a synthetic base that is GC rated won't have a moly content and most 5% moly grease won't...

Originally Posted By: doitmyself Lubriplate has a product that "says" it is good for all types of bearings. Buttttttttttt, I was under the delusion that moly grease was not optimum for wheel bearings. Having said that, I believe Ford does/did recommend moly grease for their wheel bearings. Go...

Hi All! I am looking for a Synthetic, lithium based, 5% molybdenum grease with a NLGI #2 rating. This grease also needs to be approved for wheel bearings. Does anyone know of a grease that meets these requirements? Thanks!