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Chassis lube points

Hey all, I thought I had seen previously a diagram of chassis lubrication points. Even though I can find great information through the search on the subject I didn't see a diagram. Having the coach serviced next month(10k) ,( Oil, fuel filters, lube, air dryer, etc..) and just wanted to make sure that it is done and they don't miss any. Sorry if beating a dead horse subject....
Keith and Dawn Hudson #18766
Current- 1999 U295 DFGE 40ft. - Build #5405
Coach Name: 4BUS4US
Previous- 2008 Nimbus CE338: 40th Anniversary Edition- Build #6486. 
Toad: 2021 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk

 "I know something about a lot of things..a lot about something's..and everything about nothing "

Re: Chassis lube points

Reply #2 –
I believe you're on a different chassis than most of us with Unihomes. Do you have the folder/manual from FT with wiring schematics and such? My chassis lube diagram was in there.

Also - make sure you're aware of any special procedures around greasing the brake assemblies. Again, it may be different on your 08 but on our Unihomes a special grease is required and it'd be pretty easy for a tech to not realize it and just shoot regular grease into the wrong zerk.

1987 Grand Villa ORED
2001 U320 4010

Not all that wander are lost... but I often am.

Re: Chassis lube points

Reply #3 –
Thanks Elliott and Doug. This is exactly what I was looking for. Doug, I Didn't remember it was in the All Things Foretravel . I also spoke with Keith Risch and he told me  to at least make sure I hit the 5 on the driveshaft and ones on the front end. And don't let them do the brakes unless they are familiar with. Since I plan on seeing him next year, I will probably leave the brakes to him, unless upon inspection there is a major problem. Thanks again....
Keith and Dawn Hudson #18766
Current- 1999 U295 DFGE 40ft. - Build #5405
Coach Name: 4BUS4US
Previous- 2008 Nimbus CE338: 40th Anniversary Edition- Build #6486. 
Toad: 2021 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk

 "I know something about a lot of things..a lot about something's..and everything about nothing "

Re: Chassis lube points

Reply #4 –
Keith I'd make a point of telling them how important it is to NOT grease the brakes and not to get it confused with the kingpin zerk. When you're under there just pumping away on a grease gun it's easy to shut your brain off and start hooking up to whatever zerks you find.
1987 Grand Villa ORED
2001 U320 4010

Not all that wander are lost... but I often am.

Re: Chassis lube points

Reply #5 –
Quote from: Elliott –
Keith I'd make a point of telling them how important it is to NOT grease the brakes and not to get it confused with the kingpin zerk. When you're under there just pumping away on a grease gun it's easy to shut your brain off and start hooking up to whatever zerks you find.

And, particularly if you are not the one greasing the chassis, PLEASE put a zip tie on the brake grease zirks to save yourself thousands of dollars in destroyed brakes. Yes, if the grease (correct grease) is not properly purged the brake pads will not retract properly!
Brett Wolfe
EX: 1993 U240
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Re: Chassis lube points

Reply #6 –
Now you guys got me worried..😂.. I will tell them to not grease anything underneath. I have been meaning to make some safety blocks so I could feel safe going underneath coach. I will then find the points and grease myself, except the brakes. I need to learn how to do this  stuff myself anyway. Thanks everyone...probably grease type question will be next. 😂😂👌
Keith and Dawn Hudson #18766
Current- 1999 U295 DFGE 40ft. - Build #5405
Coach Name: 4BUS4US
Previous- 2008 Nimbus CE338: 40th Anniversary Edition- Build #6486. 
Toad: 2021 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk

 "I know something about a lot of things..a lot about something's..and everything about nothing "