Originally Posted by
Bluedog225
Did an oil change on the pinion today. No issues. Used the $$$ pinion oil. Next time will be from a quart of 75-90. Used oil was very clean but no harm in a new beginning.
I also cleaned out the old grease in the planetary gears. I don’t think the replacement grease matters much. Went with Lucas red and tacky. If I find out later that I need the brand name pinion greaser or a white lithium grease, I’ll change it out. But I can’t imagine a lighter duty environhment.
Still trying to get to my 10 posts so I can read pm’s .
the thick Automotive Axle and Suspension grease will have barely any,if any, FLOWBACK after you stop riding... it will add drag and move off of the gear teeth, never to return.
you may want to look up how much a new planetary gear transmission/hub that will fit your bike costs... add installation and any shifters/cables/fittings might be needed.
... or get that high pressure, high temp grease out of your lightweight bike transmission, then replace it with the proper, recommended lube.