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Old 04-28-2013, 02:23 PM   #1
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zerk fitting size

Does anyone know the size of the grease fittings on the dexter wet bolt shackles? I'm told its probably 3/8. Is that correct? I have one missing. Thanks, Ray
 
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Why not remove one and take it to your local auto parts store? While you are at it an angled one may make it easier to grease
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Old 04-28-2013, 05:06 PM   #3
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I had the same issue. Mine were 1/8".
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Old 04-28-2013, 08:02 PM   #4
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1/8th NPT. Replaced mine abut 3 weeks ago
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Old 04-29-2013, 02:29 AM   #5
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1/8 thanks, F/W is 50 mi away at seasonal site and forgot while I was there. When I had it in for state inspection, I asked them to grease them for me. They told me one missing and they didn't stock them. Thanks again, Ray
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Old 04-29-2013, 02:57 AM   #6
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Pipe threads don't use the same sizing methods as normal bolts. 1/8th is the correct size, even though it looks (and is) larger.
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Old 04-29-2013, 03:44 AM   #7
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Dang, you would think they would call the local auto parts store, they would have it.
Years ago, I bought a small divided plastic box full of them, different sizes, angled and straight. I think they need a new service manager.
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Old 04-29-2013, 04:10 AM   #8
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No kidding. You would think that would be a staple in their tool boxes.
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Old 04-29-2013, 06:42 AM   #9
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I greased mine after having them installed in 2010. Yes 3 years ago! Had one zert I could not grease into, maybe it was installed wrong. Will try and jack up that one wheel to see if that makes a difference. Will I have to take it out or spin it somehow to line up holes?
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Old 04-29-2013, 07:43 AM   #10
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You might call Dexter since they make (or sell) the wetbolt kits. They should be able to give you the size. And maybe they'll even ship out a new set of zerks for free. I have a couple of zerks no longer accepting grease and will contact Dexter soon as we alight somewhere long enough to provide a place to ship to.
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It's hard for me to understand why any place that does lubes would not have extra zerks on hand.
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Old 04-29-2013, 01:04 PM   #12
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Believe it. It was at my dealership. My state has a mandatory annual inspection, brakes, lights, signals etc. While they pull the wheels I pay them to lube. They don't stock or replace grease fittings.
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