Ball Joint Leaking [Archive] - Chevelle Tech

: Ball Joint Leaking


HovsSS
Jul 11th, 09, 9:28 PM
In know this sounds nuts, but anyone ever see a ball joint leak oil before(Brand new ball joints). There are no leaks above the ball joint, so I know there is no oil leaks above it. I was thinking that there was some grease that was unsettled with some greasy fluid inside it?

Thanks
HovsSS

John D
Jul 12th, 09, 8:52 AM
It's most likely machining/packaging lube or oil, so they don't rust in storage. After install you should force that stuff out with a good chassis grease - it's not "service" lube.

HovsSS
Jul 12th, 09, 9:03 AM
Thanks, it just was a little weird seeing that come out of the ball joint.

HovsSS

PCB67SS
Jul 12th, 09, 10:07 AM
Its also a good idea to check your grease guns for grease that may have settled or liquefied. Using one prior to purging will result in bleeding joints as well.......:thumbsup: