R.S. Venture steering squeak and binding

[Tabor Rider 973]

I had some steering binding today along with a bad squeeky noise when I turned. I tracked it down to a steering shaft pivot point on the right side above the brake. A little W.D. 40 took care of it.I didn't see a grease fitting or any good way to get some heavier lube into that area. Anyone else have that,and if so how did you lube it?

 

[Oak Hill]

You can keep it lubed with a penetrating oil and it will work or drill and tap the retaining plate and install a grease zert. Also drill a hole through the bushing.

 

[big_ry_ry]

venture

I spray mine with silicone after every run, watch out for WD-40 as it actually gets sticks after prolonged use, use silicone spray

 

[Tabor Rider 973]

Thanks for the replies. I wondered what was better W.D. or silicone as I use both from time to time. I think it was binding before I noticed the squeak,cause it steers much easier now.

 

[Flipper]

I have been using white grease from an aersol can to lube the steering linkage. Has worked well so far.

 

[Flipper]

I have been using white grease from an aersol can to lube the steering linkage. Has worked well so far.

 

[pat the rat]

I have been using white grease from an aersol can to lube the steering linkage. Has worked well so far.

same here,that white grease is the best imo