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Old 02-04-06, 04:24 AM
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Rear Suspension Pivot lube

Can anyone advise the best lube to lube the bushings on my Giant NRS rear suspension. I suspect a dry type lube would be best, or possibly a silicone or Teflon type, but often my best guess has turned to be totally incorrect.

I have removed and cleaned them all, but suddenly doubted that WD40 would be best as I think it wouuld attract dust into the areas.

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I have used a product called NeverSieze, it is silver and quite messy. It is a Moly type lube. Have used it on my '02 Jamis and the bushings are like new. I also have just starting to use a wax type moly chain lube which does not attract dirt. That might be the cat's meow for those bushings.
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You might want to write Giant or the maker of the shock (if it's a shock pivot) and ask them. Often, they may post this as a FAQ.

I have a Fisher Cake and Fisher recommended grease. If applied carefully and only to the sliding surfaces, the grease is not exposed to dust/dirt.

I've heard of some pivots not requiring any lube.
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