I have used Cerulean grease with success on rod ends and the bolts going through them for sometime. I previously used other grease, and would end up with squeaking rod ends. Just my opinion, yours and others may vary. There is also a discussion about it here.
Suspension Lubrication
I have heard from many that when assembling the suspension, using a lubrication is a must. I have read about builds using Dow Corning 321 Dry lubricant and have read some using Valvoline Cerulean. I am about to get started on the suspension and wondered when to use what.www.gt40s.com
Regards Brian
I prefer spherical rod end bearings that have a self-lubricating "plastic" liner. No lubrication is necessary and the clearance between the ball and socket is nil so dirt & dust does not enter the bearing surface. Of course, like any bearing, it will eventually wear out and need to be replaced.
Tons of great experience and ideas here Joel. That's why I love this forum.
Regards Brian
you don't need anything - my rod ends on my sl-c have been fine since ~2010, same on my cobra (~2006), installed them just as is.
but if your safety washers are aluminum make sure you anti-seize the hell out of them, otherwise they'll probably seize on to the bolt when you torque it (then you get the fun of smashing the bolt out with a hammer) ... i replaced all my aluminum safety washers with zinc plated ones and never had a problem again.
DO NOT USE ALUMINUM ROD ENDS for suspension applications...…….ever!!!! They will not bend, they just snap! Right into the fence! Quality chrome molly for anything loaded by the suspension traveling ...………..