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Old 03-22-11 | 10:29 AM
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dscheidt
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Originally Posted by Amesja
In an internal-combustion engine, automobile axle, or high RPM/high load application; yes. On a bicycle bearing; not so much...
no, it matters on a bike. Corrosion resistance, resistance to wash out, and compatibility with existing lubricant all matter. In some applications, traditional headsets for instance, ability to lubricate in boundary situations matters. It's not hard to buy a grease that meets the requirements of bike use, but it's not hard to buy one that doesn't either, particularly for water resistance and compatibility with existing lubrication.
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