How to Clean Rod Ends

[Sky Render]

I'm going to be doing some winter maintenance this weekend. I need to clean the rod ends I have in my rear control arms, Panhard bar, etc. What's the "proper" way to do this? I was thinking of unbolting them from the car, spraying with WD-40, wiping them, and then spraying with motorcycle chain lubricant to protect them.

Thoughts?

 

[bujeezus]

Brake cleaner! Just kidding. I don't know about cleaning them but what's wrong with synthetic grease to lube them?

 

[BMR Tech 2]

Use a mild soap and water solution like dish soap to clean all the dirt and grime off, then blast them dry with compressed air. Once the bearings are clean and dry, use the chain lube to keep them that way. Don't use WD-40. You may also want to throw some rod end boots over them to help protect them.

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/sit-rers3

Brake cleaner! Just kidding. I don't know about cleaning them but what's wrong with synthetic grease to lube them?

If you lube spherical bearings with a sticky lube like that, it will just wear them faster. Dirt and other crap will still to the grease, get worked into the bushing, and wreck the lining. Dry lubes only!

 

[Sky Render]

I was hoping BMR was going to tell me how to clean my BMR parts. Thanks!

 

[bujeezus]

Ah, spherical bearing. Got it. The chain lube I use on my bike is far from dry. My gold link chain is black as sin. What kind are you referring to?

 

[BMR Tech 2]

I was hoping BMR was going to tell me how to clean my BMR parts. Thanks!

No problem, Vince!

Ah, spherical bearing. Got it. The chain lube I use on my bike is far from dry. My gold link chain is black as sin. What kind are you referring to?

I typically use Amsoil HDMP. Spray it on as a liquid and it dries into a waxy substance.

 

[bujeezus]

I use the same type stuff. Just wondering if there was something else I could try.

 

[Department Of Boost]

I use the same type stuff. Just wondering if there was something else I could try.

Honda HP Chain Lube.

 

[AndrewNagle]

No problem, Vince!



I typically use Amsoil HDMP. Spray it on as a liquid and it dries into a waxy substance.

this stuff ?

http://www.amsoil.com/shop/by-produ...oil-heavy-duty-metal-protector/?code=AMHSC-EA

 

[AnotherS197GT]

That's the stuff!

 

[Wes06]

So now we know the proper grease for rod ends. And top use butter to Crack rods. This forum is full of great info

 

[AndrewNagle]

Just bought a can of the AmsOil HD MP spray from Greg, thanks guys.

 

[BMR Tech]

Glad we could help guys.