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ljaynavl

08-18-2022 07:37 PM

Trying to Pump Grease Into Non-Zerc Fittings

I've got some pressed-in old style fittings (both straight nozzle and conical shaped). I have what I think is an adapter tip for the lube gun. When I attempt to pump in some grease - say into the brake actuating arms - I don't think I'm getting anything pumped in. There is of course nothing to snap onto.

I'd appreciate an education on this 'art'!

noboD

08-18-2022 08:08 PM

Re: Trying to Pump Grease Into Non-Zerc Fittings

Take that fitting out and use a regular fitting, fill with grease and then replace

Redbird

08-18-2022 08:09 PM

Re: Trying to Pump Grease Into Non-Zerc Fittings

You have to go straight at the original fitting. Hold it straight with some force. I use an old Alemite grease pump on mine.

Chris Haynes

08-18-2022 08:18 PM

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Changing fittings is simple.

J Franklin

08-18-2022 09:29 PM

Re: Trying to Pump Grease Into Non-Zerc Fittings

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Originally Posted by Chris Haynes (Post 2158595)

Changing fittings is simple.

Blasphamy!

Gary WA

08-18-2022 09:32 PM

Re: Trying to Pump Grease Into Non-Zerc Fittings

Make sure fitting is clean of old grease!!! unplugged?

ljaynavl

08-18-2022 10:01 PM

Re: Trying to Pump Grease Into Non-Zerc Fittings

These are pressed in fittings.

Gary WA

08-18-2022 10:43 PM

Re: Trying to Pump Grease Into Non-Zerc Fittings

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Originally Posted by ljaynavl (Post 2158616)

These are pressed in fittings.

They will come out a little twisting.

Synchro909

08-19-2022 02:06 AM

Re: Trying to Pump Grease Into Non-Zerc Fittings

The old style fittings rely on the pressure of you pushing the grease gun to seal. The same action pumps the grease. They don't need to be screwed in because the pressure also keeps them in. It is a whole different technique from what you guys call a Zerk (had to look that one up).
Hold the gun square and push - job done.

shew01

08-19-2022 05:20 AM

Re: Trying to Pump Grease Into Non-Zerc Fittings

Replacing the original style fittings with zerks on my car was a pain. The reproduction fittings are very slightly larger and do not fit easily.

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Robert/Texas

08-19-2022 06:01 AM

Re: Trying to Pump Grease Into Non-Zerc Fittings

I agree with Redbird, my old Alemite grease gun works best for me. I found it via an internet search.

aermotor

08-19-2022 07:45 AM

Re: Trying to Pump Grease Into Non-Zerc Fittings

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Originally Posted by shew01 (Post 2158648)

Replacing the original style fittings with zerks on my car was a pain. The reproduction fittings are very slightly larger and do not fit easily.

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You are aware that not all the repro. fittings are screw in fittings. Some that appear to have threads and are slightly larger are pound in with a slightly smaller socket than the wrench flats.

GPierce

08-19-2022 09:50 AM

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Here is what works for me on the original grease fittings. Usually a AI lead on EBay.

Y-Blockhead

08-19-2022 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by aermotor (Post 2158676)

You are aware that not all the repro. fittings are screw in fittings. Some that appear to have threads and are slightly larger are pound in with a slightly smaller socket than the wrench flats.

Usually the press in fittings don't have wrench flats. The vendors sell a tool for installing the press grease fittings. https://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/p...7846&cat=41753

https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/attac...4&d=1660920513

https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/attac...7&d=1660921235

Y-Blockhead

08-19-2022 09:56 AM

Re: Trying to Pump Grease Into Non-Zerc Fittings

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Originally Posted by GPierce (Post 2158696)

Here is what works for me on the original grease fittings.

WHAT?? :confused::confused: Use a tool that is actually designed to do the job... unheard of!! :p

shew01

08-19-2022 07:55 PM

Re: Trying to Pump Grease Into Non-Zerc Fittings

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Originally Posted by aermotor (Post 2158676)

You are aware that not all the repro. fittings are screw in fittings. Some that appear to have threads and are slightly larger are pound in with a slightly smaller socket than the wrench flats.

Yes, that is true. They were still hard to install. I never really finished. I have about original and half zerks.

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