Phil Zone Joined Jun 4, 2016 Messages 56 Reaction score 80 Rating - 100% 4 0 0 Jun 14, 2016 #1 I have been given different advice on lubrication when overhauling a coaster brake. Any thought on these viewpoints: Lube the bearings only. OR Lube all parts including brake pads.
I have been given different advice on lubrication when overhauling a coaster brake. Any thought on these viewpoints: Lube the bearings only. OR Lube all parts including brake pads.
hammer mechanic Pro Member Joined Mar 3, 2014 Messages 951 Reaction score 3,418 Location Southern Indiana Rating - 100% 9 0 0 Jun 14, 2016 #2 Definitely lube everything. On most coaster brake hubs you can lube the shoes with the same grease you use on the bearings. Some hubs like New Departure require grease for the bearings and oil (like 30W motor oil) for the brake discs.
Definitely lube everything. On most coaster brake hubs you can lube the shoes with the same grease you use on the bearings. Some hubs like New Departure require grease for the bearings and oil (like 30W motor oil) for the brake discs.
Phil Zone Joined Jun 4, 2016 Messages 56 Reaction score 80 Rating - 100% 4 0 0 Jun 14, 2016 #3 Right on, thanks.