VV 2-60 tonearm reassmebly questions and concerns...

[Jim_Cannon]

I am quite fond of Permatex® 31832 High-Performance, Multi-Purpose Synthetic Grease

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I have been using it for years for rebuilding/refurbing Dual turnables, using it everywhere except for where a dampening silicone lubricant is required.

On one of my Dual decks, I had a problem where standard motor bearing oil was inadequate. The drag from playing 78s would cause overheating in the bearings and the motor would seize up. I cleaned up the bearing and the motor shaft and lubricated it with the Permatex grease. There hasn't been a problem in years.

The grease is multi-grade (I think). It doesn't run. It doesn't seem to harden like white lithium grease. And it is safe for plastic.

I have also used it with talking machines for a variety of purposes.

Their product blurb:

High Performance Synthetic Grease with PTFE is formulated to provide maximum protection against friction, wear and corrosion; protects load bearing parts and surfaces subjected to extreme pressure

Indoor/outdoor grease offers superior resistance to corrosion, wear, water-washout and extreme weather conditions with an effective temperature range of -28°C to 204°C (-20°F to 400°F)

Odour free, non-staining and translucent

Protects load bearing parts subject to extreme pressure

Safe on plastic, metal, wood, leather, fabrics and painted surfaces

NLGI Grade 2 GC/LB

ASTM D-1743 Certified Rust and Corrosion Resistant

Applications: Steering linkage fittings, chassis points, suspension bushings, wheel covers, bearings, studs and nuts, hood support bushings, latch assemblies, hinges, door checks, trunk locks, weather stripping, antenna base threads, cams, mechanical linkages, O-rings, seat tracks, headlight seals, zippers and other moving parts

That grease is a "Canada only" product. I don't know why. I confirmed with Permatex Tech Support today that there is no equivalent US product.

[Lah Ca]

[That grease is a "Canada only" product. I don't know why. I confirmed with Permatex Tech Support today that there is no equivalent US product.

Weird.

I am certain that there will be similar products available in the US. It is just a synthetic grease, albeit a nice one.

Or you could try ordering it. Amazon seems to have no stock available but there are a lot of web vendors who do, such as Canadian Tire, Princess Auto, NAPA, etc.