Can Motor Worm Gear Lubrication? | O Gauge Railroading On Line Forum

NewtOGR Forum Member DIGITAL SUBSCRIBER

What is the best Grease to use on the Can Motor worm gear that drives the wheels on a GP-9 Diesel? I recently replaced an AC Pullmor motor with a DC Can Motor and want to make sure it's properly lubricated. My initial lubrication was with Labelle 106 Grease with PTFE. Is this sufficient? Thanks for your help.

2/20/194:24 PM

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bmoran4OGR Forum Member

LaBelle 106 is fine. Red N Tacky #2 is also a good choice.

cjackOGR Forum Member DIGITAL SUBSCRIBER

Someone said that Red N Tacky separates, the oil separates. Not unusual for a lot of grease, but might be an issue. I use a synthetic Mobil One grease for about 10 years...nothing has worn out and the grease seems to stay together.

Gene HOGR Forum Member SUPPORTING MEMBERDIGITAL SUBSCRIBER

I been using LaBelle 106 for years without a problem.

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