Just a reminder to previous thread by Graham aka GMJ

Quote:
Originally Posted by GMJ View Post
Did I read somewhere that the ALKO chassis needs to have nipples greased?

If so:-

- Is this something that you folks are aware of and have done?

- Is it an item that would be routinely done on a base service or something that should be asked for explicitly?

Cheers
Graham

As I posted in the original thread.

''with regard to greasing the axle. I've found an easy way and I know it's been done. I take my motorhome to a local garage for it's mot. They have to jack up the rear wheels to check as part of the test. I ask the tester to grease the said nipples and give him a few quid for his trouble.''

It's been almost 2 years since the original post. I've just returned from this years successful MOT and the axels are all re-greased.

Just a reminder to something that is easily overlooked.

Frank

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Yes done annually when we get the damp survey, and engine service by our dealer.

It applies to those vehicles using an ALKO chassis, but I don’t know about other makes.

Davy

Must be done with the load off the axles, i.e. supported on the chassis member, wheels hanging free.

I had my Alko axle greased at my last mot but am no really sure if they used the correct grease as the guy was a bit vague.

Yes that has always been my concern when I have had the van serviced but I guess any grease is better than no grease.