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Posted by HH56 On 2013/12/16 23:43:15

I believe the consensus is the special grease was extreme pressure moly grease and used on the link contact points and in the compensator. Packard listed it as available in 1 lb cans.

In 55 the links were positioned so the cup side of the contact points were pointing upward and even though there was a seal, both were able to collect water. The bottom end was also in a depression in the A arm which could act as a reservoir if drainage was blocked. IMO, the grease is more important on those cars. In 56 the links were redesigned and also reversed so the cup part pointed downward. The bottom load point can not sit in water as easily so maybe the lube is not as important on those. I believe there may be a bulletin to that effect.

I think today the compensator is being filled with the moly grease which is available at most parts stores.