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Attach a commercial grease fitting cleaner to the clogged grease fitting or grease pin. Gently tap the grease fitting cleaner with a small hammer; this will force either oil or air into the fitting, depending on the type of grease fitting cleaner, and effectively unclog the fitting.
How do you clear a clogged Zerk fitting?
If you’re looking for a do-it-yourself solution, try taking the Zerk off and digging around with a wire or a welding rod to clear any clogs. You can use a penetrating oil to help loosen things up and blast some air on it to clear it out. If that doesn’t work, you can always swap out the Zerk for a new one.
Why does my grease gun get stuck in the fitting?
Grease guns get stuck on fittings due to clogged zerk fittings which don’t let the grease pass through and cause a pressure build up that prevents them from releasing. So to get it unstuck unscrews the hose or hardline from the gun which will release the pressure and allow it to come off.
How do you unblock a grease pin?
Heat up clogged grease fittings and pins with a standard hair dryer or a heat gun on the low setting. Attach the grease gun and use it immediately; the new grease will push the now-softened older grease out of the way and unclog the fitting.
Are there different size grease Zerks?
There is effectively just one size. There are some other weird ones out there, the common being button head I believe, but if it looks like a standard grease zerk it is going to be the standard size.
How do you disolve hard grease?
Just mix 3 tablespoons of baking soda with 1 cup of water. Use the solution on a sponge to scrub away light grease stains from hard surfaces, like countertops, linoleum, the stovetop and even pots and pans.
How do you know when a grease fitting is full?
If this is the case, the best tactic is to “feel” the grease into the bearing cavity until slight resistance or back pressure is felt against the trigger, or lever, signaling the bearing cavity is now full.
Are there different size grease couplers?
Grease fittings come in many different styles. There are two grease fittings that are very common. These are the 1/4″-28 thread and the 1/8″ NPT thread. Here are some ways to identify the threads on your grease fittings.
Are there different fittings for grease guns?
A grease gun may come with the standard connection adapter such as a hydraulic coupler, but there are several variations depending on the application. The standard hydraulic coupler is the most commonly used and most applicable. A 90-degree adapter is ideal for fittings in confined areas that require a 90-degree bend.
What dissolves dried grease?
Just soak a sponge or rag in vinegar, and use it to wipe down the greasy surface. It’ll cut through the grease and grime in one easy step. Vinegar should only be used on non-porous surfaces such as metal, glass, or sealed countertops. If you don’t like the smell of undiluted vinegar, you can dilute it with water.
How do you dissolve old grease?
Rapinchuk says a simple mix of baking soda, kosher salt and dish soap will do the trick on cooked-on food stains and grease. Use a kitchen scrub brush to work into the little nooks. Rise and dry parts, then reassemble.
What solvent will dissolve grease?
Alcohol. Another method of dissolving stubborn kitchen grease is to use isopropyl alcohol. Isopropyl alcohol works in a similar manner to water-displacing lubricants. It breaks up the grease into smaller particles and surrounds it with alcohol molecules, in effect dissolving the grease.
What happens if you over grease a bearing?
Too much grease volume (overgreasing) in a bearing cavity will cause the rotating bearing elements to begin churning the grease, pushing it out of the way, resulting in energy loss and rising temperatures.
How do you clean engine bearings?
Take the crankcase off, spray the bearing with some brake-cleaner let it dry, and re-oil it with some after-run oil. Do not spray the crankshaft with brake-cleaner if it has red putty inside. Always use after-run oil to avoid rust inside the engine.
Can you use rubbing alcohol to clean bearings?
Put the bearings in a container WITH A LID and fill it to the brim with isopropyl alcohol. Cap the container and shake for 5 minutes. Set the bearings out to dry. While you’re waiting for the alcohol to fully evaporate, you can take the time to clean the bearing covers with some paper towels.
How do you change a grease fitting?
Grease fittings are available at auto parts stores. Clean the area around the broken grease fitting with a rag. Place an appropriate size open-end wrench around the hex nut of the fitting. Thread a new grease fitting into the grease hole until you can no longer turn it by hand.
How often should you grease Zerk fittings?
I usually grease every every 3000 miles.
How much grease do you put in a grease fitting?
Use Just Enough: Don’t overfill when you grease Zerk fittings. Usually, three or four pumps of grease are enough and over-greasing a joint pushes grease out the aforementioned seals, which attracts dust, sand, and dirt. Contaminated grease can damage moving parts, so avoid having excess squish out the seals.
How do you know when to stop pumping grease?
For example, estimate the number of inches in the shaft. Multiply that number by itself to get a rough estimate of the number of shots from the grease gun. Apply the last half of these shots slowly, and at the point that you begin to experience resistance, stop pumping.
Can you over grease a ball joint?
One concern about greasing ball joints is not wanting to overfill it and bust the seal between the ball joint and the dust boot, which leaves the joint open to contaminates that can potentially lead to failure.
How do you prime a mini grease gun?
To prime the mini grease gun, you first stand the gun on a workbench. From there, you start to pump the lever handle and pull down on the barrel at the same time. You’ll also check if your small gun features an air release valve (some do) and press it.
What are Zerks?
Simply put, a zerk is a fitting that lets you inject grease lubricant into wear points on cars or trucks. This allows smooth, steady movement and better overall handling.
