Heim Joint squeak? This worked for me
Ever since I installed my Jakes LT front lift, the Heim Joints would give me (not that I ask 'em to) a little squeak. Now, for most this is hardly noticeable .....but when out hunting quiet is very key.
I had tried spray on "dry lubes" in the past with little successs.
About two months ago the thought came to me that motorcycle's and chainsaws are lubed every day with "chain" type lubes. So, I purchased a can of chainsaw oil and applied to the Heim Joints with a cotton swab. My squeaks have been gone since....and with only one application.
I was somewhat concerned about the oil picking up dirt and dust and then turning into a "sandpaper" type of mix that would wear out the joints. But then motorcycles and chain saws are out in the same stuff I drive in.
A once-in-a-while cleaning of the Joints, and re-application of oil.....just like motorcycle guys and chainsaw guys do for maintenance, should reduce any premature wear.
Anyway....it works for me and I thought I'd pass it on.
FWIW
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