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Whiskey_River
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Jan 13, 2017

Grease Ram Front 4x4 Drive Shaft

I just finished greasing the front drive shaft on my 08 Ram. Probably have done this 10-12 times and it never gets any easier finding the pin hole and getting the needle fitting on your grease gun into the hole & pumping grease. I have marked the spot with white paint but still an annoying job to do.
My question is have the newer Ram 4x4 trucks changed this system or at least put a zerk fitting there, or do I need to shop at the Ford or Chevy dealerships as I begin looking for a new truck......
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  • ACZL's avatar
    ACZL
    Explorer
    Jan 13, 2017
    As for Ford, not aware of any grease fittings for front axle. Thought all sealed u-joints/universals?
  • boogie_4wheel's avatar
    boogie_4wheel
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    Jan 13, 2017
    You are basing your truck purchase on the ease of greasing the front driveshaft?

    I marked mine with a short line of paint. I jack up one front tire and roll the shaft until I see my mark. I lube at every oil change.

    The newer Rams are running a disconnecting front axle, just like they did on the 2nd Gen 94-02, so that the front shaft is not spinning while in 2wd. They are still requiring the grease needle as far as I know.

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