WH252-H 4 #1 Posted April 17, 2012 I wasn't sure where to post this. I have 4 tubes of lithium grease. They came with a deal 2 years ago but I don't use it because I'm just not sure if its interchangeable with multi pupose or high temp grease. I was just looking at the oil/lube file and it stated to use lithium grease for the grease fittings. Would someone explain the basic difference and which is better? Is lithium better for cool or hot situations or low or high speed, etc.? I don't want to sqirt a bunch of lithium in something it shouldn't be in! (that doesn't sound right) Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wheelhorse656 20 #2 Posted April 17, 2012 I use lithium in on every thing but the front wheel spindels i use hight speed on that I probly dont need to but...... I like to be safe I wouldent use lithium to grease mower decks or anything like that just high speed for bearings. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KC9KAS 4,744 #3 Posted April 17, 2012 Check this out. It depends on what additives are added as to what the grease is best used for. Definition Lithium grease is a thickener used to thicken oil content. Once it has thickened it is a "grease" and no longer an "oil." Household Uses Lithium grease is a lubricant. It may be used inside the household. It is used on sliding doors, windows, hinges, garage door tracks and chains. Sponsored Links Oil Viscosity Chart Pennzoil Reduces Leaks and Oil Consumption in High Mileage Engineswww.Pennzoil.com Automotive Uses Lithium grease can also be used on automobiles. It lubricates and protects car door hinges, locks, battery terminals, break linkages, springs, gears, bearings, seat tracks and window regulators. Makeup Different brands of lithium grease add different quantities of substances to make a unique mixture. The components of the mixture are differing quantities of lye soap, mineral oil, diester oil, polyatomic ester oil and silicone oil. Spray Lithium grease is also sold as a spray. The spray may be used in the household or for garage or mechanic purposes. It may be water and heat resistant and stop rust from forming as well as being a lubricant. Read more: What Is Lithium Grease? | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/...l#ixzz1sKYr3aJP Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly 1,033 #4 Posted April 17, 2012 I don't use it in bearings, only for wear items the rub or touch, it melts pretty fast I would not use it on a deck. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cheesegrader 433 #6 Posted April 18, 2012 OK, Then what DO you use on the mower bearings and mule drive bearings, and other things that spin really, really fast? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites