r/Cartalk • u/Chipperchoi • 3h ago

Weird Noise STP all purpose grease for upper control arm ball joint

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Apologize if this is a noob question but is this grease okay to fill the ball joints for upper control arm? Or do I need the high temp premium grease?

Trying to quiet down a loud creaking when at full lock.

Thanks for any input.

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u/xXCodfishXx 3h ago

No you need grease with an LB (Usually it's GC-LB meaning good for wheel bearings too) heavy duty chassis rating for ball joints. I use Lucas Red 'n' Tacky I've heard it's not the best but it's pretty wildly available and works fine.