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browntljm
Explorer
Jul 22, 2014

Proper Wheel Bearing Grease

I am preparing to repack my wheel bearings on our 3070RL with Dexter Axles. I checked the owners manual in the section with the lube chart for the proper grease to be used. I have a can of Pennzoil Wheel Bearing red grease labeled 707L that is a high temp grease. In the manual it says Pennzoil Red synthetic grease. Is this the same type of grease? Thanks, Browntljm.
  • MTPockets1's avatar
    MTPockets1
    Explorer
    Jul 22, 2014
    You may be able to search internet for answer; I do know you should not mix synthetic grease with non-synthetics. As far as "proper" lube, a good name brand lithium base grease is all you need. Synthetics are a waste of $$$$ if you follow manufacturers service interval of annual re packing and inspection.
  • Ohiojude's avatar
    Ohiojude
    Explorer
    Jul 22, 2014
    The Penzoil greases are not the same. You can use any number of good greases: Mobilgrease XHP 222, Wolf's Head Red Grease or Mobil Ronex. We use the 222 grease.
  • wilber1's avatar
    wilber1
    Explorer
    Jul 22, 2014
    When I bought my previous 5th wheel, 707L was one of Dexter's recommended greases. Used it for the 12 years we owned that rig with no bearing issues.
  • RAS43's avatar
    RAS43
    Explorer III
    Jul 23, 2014
    Can't go wrong with the Pennzoil 707l, it is a good choice. And a suitable grease doesn't have to be red. I don't know how all this color stuff got started. I've seen wheel bearing grease in different colors.
  • MTPockets1's avatar
    MTPockets1
    Explorer
    Jul 23, 2014
    707L is a #2 lithium base grease; Not a synthetic. Do not mix with synthetic.

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