Regreasing pivot bearing on Giant Anthem X4

olryst
olryst Posts: 48
edited May 2013 in MTB workshop & tech
Hi, I want to re-grease the pivot bearing on my Giant Anthem X4 frame.

What grease would be best to use?

What would I use to clean out any old grease?

Thanks.

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  • cooldad
    cooldad Posts: 32,599
    I would replace the bearings instead.
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  • olryst
    olryst Posts: 48
    I'd like to give it a go before I get new ones.
  • EH_Rob
    EH_Rob Posts: 1,134
    i wouldn't bother. if you're going to the trouble of getting it out you may as well replace it.
  • bikaholic
    bikaholic Posts: 350
    Use marine grease if you've got it (well known proprietary brand for bikes is Phil Wood).

    Myself, I use axle bearing grease. Just prize out the seals and pack it in then wipe up the excess.

    It goes against conventional wisdom but any vacant spacers inside the bearings will fill up with water if it is not occupied by grease.

    This is why I would advise topping up the grease even in new bearings.

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