Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) What is dielectric grease, and where do I get it?

[Chace TX]

I went across the street from my office to an electrical supply house, lots of computer type electronics. I asked for dielectric grease, and he did not know what I was talking about. I got some white lithium grease, will this do the trick? Should I try radio shack?

 

[AggieJustin]

If you go to Wal-Mart, in the section with all the automotive light bulbs, you can find a small tube of what they call "Bulb Grease". Basically it's the same thing, you can can add it to electric connections to ensure a good connection. I just put some on my EZ connection last night.

 

[BV]

Dielectric grease

Maybe this will help - Dielectric Grease by Loctite



Most automotive stores carry it.

 

[fj40charles]

You can also find them at Autozone. They're sometimes called "tune up" grease you use for spark plug boots.

 

[Oxjockey]

Yeah, NAPA will have it, it's not used commonly in electronics or computers.



Bryan

 

[Oil Ape]

Don't use the white lithium grease as a substitute. It might work but just get the real stuff. The dielectric grease is used to prevent water from breaking up electrical connections in less than desirable locations as well as act as a lubricant and prevent corrosion. It really works great in conjunction with trailer plugs.

 

[Thomas]

Check your favorite truck stop for NYK-77 by Truck-Lite.

 

[EMDDIESEL]

www.summitracing.com Order MSD "Spark Guard" if you cant find Di-Lectric grease.

 

[Chace TX]

Just got some at Napa, thanks.

 

[B.G. Smith]

Di hi grease

I found some at Auto Zone tonight but didn't get close to it, it was $7. 99 for a small can, about 3 or 4 oz. bg

 

[RAMalama]

All it is is grease that WILL NOT conduct electricity...



That's all.

 

[Big_Daddy_T]

I believe it also prevents oxidation which is a connection killer.

 

[EMDDIESEL]

And keeps out moisture