Re: VV 2-60 tonearm reassmebly questions and concerns...
Posted: Fri Aug 01, 2025 9:15 pm
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 wrote: Fri Aug 01, 2025 12:28 pm 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