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Old Aug 29, 2011 | 01:39 PM
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hey everyone...i got some steeda sway bars that need greasing...

anyone know a good grease gun and/or fittings i need?

thanks...
Old Aug 29, 2011 | 01:41 PM
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goodluck...i was wondering too how I'm going to grease those nipples...may even have to take them off.
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Old Aug 29, 2011 | 01:59 PM
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Excuse my ignorance...but do all of these aftermarket parts need greasing after some time...after my brother had a full suspension kit installed by (a well known name brand), it became the squeakiest car in town after a year or so.
Old Aug 29, 2011 | 03:23 PM
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unless its like delrin...most bushings need some greasing...
Old Aug 29, 2011 | 04:43 PM
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I recently bought this model grease gun:

http://www.amazon.com/Alemite-Proffe...4654071&sr=8-1

I like it a lot except for the zerk coupler on the hose. It's one where you tighten it to lock it on to the zerk. It's great for a stubborn (clogged) fitting but it's really difficult to unscrew when it's covered with slippery grease. I need to look for a replacement that you just hold on the zerk. Other than that it's super easy to use and I've greased some very stubborn fittings with it.
Old Aug 29, 2011 | 05:35 PM
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awesome! thank you!
Old Aug 29, 2011 | 05:41 PM
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after reviewing it...any cheaper options with pictures or links?
thanks...
Old Aug 29, 2011 | 05:42 PM
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what about something like this?

http://www.amazon.com/Legacy-L1305-W...4657684&sr=1-2
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