Swivel bracket lubricant

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  • April 15, 2025 at 12:20 pm #295424
    Dennis Drake
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      What is the correct lubricant (oil or grease) in the swivel bracket on the 1956 Johnson 3 hp? The top of the bracket has a small hole that is stamped “OIL” next to it. But I only found grease inside the bracket during dissembly. Additionally, all of the swivel brackets on the larger engines appear to be equipped with a grease fitting. So which is the recommended lubricant?

      April 15, 2025 at 12:43 pm #295428
      crosbyman
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        any marine grade  grease should do it .. in fact any automotive grease  should do.

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        Dennis Drake
        April 15, 2025 at 6:20 pm #295454
        Dennis Drake
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          Thanks. Any theory/explanation for why the bracket has a hole at the top that has “OIL” stamped next to it?

          April 15, 2025 at 11:36 pm #295459
          crosbyman
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            it is small OB    oil would be sufficient   design intent

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            April 16, 2025 at 7:22 am #295468
            fleetwin
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              Good question, I remember that little oiling sign, seems like it would be mighty tough to lube the swivel this way….  Trying to remember if there is a grease fitting as well.  If not, and the swivel is stiff, probably best to disassemble, clean and relube…

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