Graphite powder for leaf springs

[m***@REMOVEdial.pipex.com]

Whenever the subject of lubricating Series leaf springs
arises from time to time, the general consensus of opinion
seems to be that, although oiling them undoubtedly improves
the ride, the downside is the problem of oil and dirt acting
as grinding paste. ISTR somebody suggesting graphite powder a
while back i.e. dry lubricant. Where would you buy such stuff?
TIA
Alan (springs getting stiffer due to lack of rain)

[Roger Martin]

Post by m***@REMOVEdial.pipex.com
Whenever the subject of lubricating Series leaf springs
arises from time to time, the general consensus of opinion
seems to be that, although oiling them undoubtedly improves
the ride, the downside is the problem of oil and dirt acting
as grinding paste. ISTR somebody suggesting graphite powder a
while back i.e. dry lubricant. Where would you buy such stuff?
TIA
Alan (springs getting stiffer due to lack of rain)

G'day,

Lack of rain in the UK??? (stereotypical view of UK weather - chuckle).

I got some graphite from a locksmith's who use the stuff to charge punters a
fortune when their car door locks seize up.

Have you got that bottom PTO yet?

[m***@dial.pipex.com]

Post by Roger Martin

snip....ISTR somebody suggesting graphite powder a
while back i.e. dry lubricant. Where would you buy such stuff?
Alan (springs getting stiffer due to lack of rain)

G'day,
Lack of rain in the UK??? (stereotypical view of UK weather -
chuckle). I got some graphite from a locksmith's who use the stuff
Have you got that bottom PTO yet?
www.bribieisland4x4hire.com

Hiya Roger,
This summer, in East Anglia, YES!
Hasn't rained really properly since June, apart from recent half
hearted 5 minute showers. Lawn still quite straw coloured. Haven't
got the mower out in weeks. Not complaining at that though!
This summer, more like Oz here I fancy!
No! Still looking for bottom pto. Oh, the possibilities!!! 1) Remove
overdrive 2) Ashcroft H/R gears into transfer box 3) Normal pto to
rear from overdrive position 4) Bottom pto driving hydraulic pump
for 3 point linkage. Heaven! It'd keep me quiet for a year or so!
How're you coping with backpackers driving your fleet on the beaches?
Regards
Alan.