Hi Mac,
I've rebuilt several P/P gear boxes and have had issues in the past with
the grease being too thick in the high speed planetary gear area. When
the wx would get really cold (for VA) in the teens, it would want to
turn so slowly that it would 'fault' the Green Heron controller. This
was when I had it set up for 'ramping' the speed up/down. I would just
have to change the 'ramp' setting to get it working again.
So, the last time I did any, I did a bunch of research and found Amsoil
Arctic grease.
https://www.amsoil.com/shop/by-product/grease/arctic-synthetic-grease/
The performance ratings are fine and comparable to other greases, but
it's good for really low temps. The viscosity reminds me of hair gel;
not really thick at all. And, it synthetic! Temp range of -75 to 315
degrees F.
I put this stuff in three small P/P's, but have not used any of them yet
(spares), but I think it will be a fine choice.
Hope this helps.
73 de Steve, NR4M
On 1/8/2020 5:04 PM, Mac wrote:
After years of quality service and dependability I have my PP on the
ground and want to repack the case with the most reasonable source of
grease to use to repack the so called gearbox as I have long ago
forgotten what I used 15 plus years ago for this effort. Additionally
any source beyond cutting out and making my own replacement gaskets is
welcomed, as an experience K7NV is not receptive to providing these
unless he has also reworked or rebuilt the PP in question
Comments and suggestions welcomed.
thank you: mac/mc w5mc
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