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Default STD Bravo coupler zerk fittings

Evening guys, I'm away from home at work right now. Could anyone tell me the zerk fitting size for a standard Bravo coupler and if there are any other specifics I should know in terms of the zerk design ie (wide base, long neck, 5/16 hex, 3/8 hex etc etc). I know it has to be a 45 but thats about it. I'd like to get some ordered.. Thanks.
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I looked in my engine manual and couldn't find a thing -- sorry

I do know that don't buy a zerk coupler from harbor freight - had one stick to the zerk fitting and I don't want to tell you the problem I had getting it off -- came real close to pulling the drive off

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Originally Posted by 3pointstar
I looked in my engine manual and couldn't find a thing -- sorry

I do know that don't buy a zerk coupler from harbor freight - had one stick to the zerk fitting and I don't want to tell you the problem I had getting it off -- came real close to pulling the drive off

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geeze! Note to self for sure! Thanks for the bump. I saw the merc # for them but I cant derive any additional data online. Kinda hoping someone would be able to link me something.. I'm pulling drives when I get home so no huge deal if I cant put zerks on when their off; I'll just grease the splines by hand. Thanks.
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Originally Posted by Rhythm and Blues
geeze! Note to self for sure! Thanks for the bump. I saw the merc # for them but I cant derive any additional data online. Kinda hoping someone would be able to link me something.. I'm pulling drives when I get home so no huge deal if I cant put zerks on when their off; I'll just grease the splines by hand. Thanks.
Since you were at work and I'm on vacation - I even tried to do a web search-- couldn't find anything. I would stop by an auto parts store and get a couple sizes of zerks - 45 degree is what is on ours 7.4mpi Bravo 3- and see what fits -- they can't be expensive.

Sorry I couldn't be more help

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Originally Posted by 3pointstar
Since you were at work and I'm on vacation - I even tried to do a web search-- couldn't find anything. I would stop by an auto parts store and get a couple sizes of zerks - 45 degree is what is on ours 7.4mpi Bravo 3- and see what fits -- they can't be expensive.

Sorry I couldn't be more help

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I did do that when I was home thinking I could just screw them in; I'm sure I dont need to tell you how that worked out . One thing is all the zerks I found were carbon steel; I'm wondering if the correct ones are ss? The bigger picture here is I want to have them on hand when I get home; I live in a pretty rural area and it's entirely possible I may not be able to find what I need.. so, just as long as you and I keep the thread going someone is bound to comment as some point, lol.... just kidding; but thanks for the idea..
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call the bigger auto stores and see if they have a zerk assortment.
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Originally Posted by dereknkathy
call the bigger auto stores and see if they have a zerk assortment.
Thanks, I already have an assortment.
Anyone else, correct size, are they ss?
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Call Jonh or Clint at THE BRAVO SHOP in the Ozarks he will know for shure. (800) 792-7286

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Ok, I got it figured out. Their just std 45 zerks, nothing special.. Thanks guys..
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Propelling from the OP question, is it satisfactory to just lube the coupler via the installed zerk fitting for routine service?
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