1938 Chrysler C18 rear axle outer bearing lube

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Old Jul 2, 2024 | 02:11 AM
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1938 Chrysler C18 rear axle outer bearing lube

Hi from Norway,
From my manual, these bearings shall be re-lubed at 12000 miles via plugs located in the aft end of the casting - item 32, lube point #24/25 on attached drwg.
However, no quantity is mentioned - can anyone enlighten me, please?
Ole
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Old Jul 2, 2024 | 05:15 AM
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I don't think you could over-lube the bearings. When assembling rear diffs we would pack the axle bearings. I'd say a good 3-5 pumps should certainly be adequate. When I say pump
I'm referring to pumps of the handle on a mechanical grease gun.

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Old Jul 2, 2024 | 02:02 PM
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Talking 1938 Chrysler C18 rear axle outer bearing lube

Hi Kuvasz101,

Thanks a million for your fast and great reply!

Best regards,
Ole

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Old Jul 2, 2024 | 05:37 PM
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What a beautiful car!!
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