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Old Apr 14, 2008 | 11:05 AM
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new rear susp polyurethane bushings

I read somewhere to use a silicone based gease- I bought some and when I spary it on it seems very watery (for lack of a better term) and it is clear.

Is this what it should look and feel like?

People here are talking about using a thick marine grease that sticks to the bushings and metal.

Does anyone have a name brand grease that is sold at Autozone or Murrays (they are local to the Detroit Area)?

I only want to grease these once this year!!!

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Old Apr 14, 2008 | 11:10 AM
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I just bought some "Evinrude & Johnson" marine grease at a marine supply store. Its extremely sticky stuff, and says its 100% waterproof tright on the tube. I think it cost me $8 - try any marine supply store, they should have what you are looking for.
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Old Apr 14, 2008 | 03:20 PM
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Originally Posted by stinger12
I just bought some "Evinrude & Johnson" marine grease at a marine supply store. Its extremely sticky stuff, and says its 100% waterproof tright on the tube. I think it cost me $8 - try any marine supply store, they should have what you are looking for.
Actually, VB&P recommended using this type of grease in the assembly instructions that came with My poly control arm bushings.
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Old Apr 14, 2008 | 03:26 PM
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You're not looking for thin spray on lubes here, rather good ole thick sticky, gooey grease such as a marine grade or synthetic with high resistance to wash out. Personally, I like Amsoil's...
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I like the stuff Energy Suspension sells. It's not cheap, but then again, I don't want to take those bushings back out.
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