My grease gun does not dispense, What do I do! - Lincoln Quick Tips

In this video, we cover the primary cause of grease gun dispensing failures. Contamination and grease deterioration! Here is what you need to know to get back up and running!
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[@NTromb]

Thank you I’m 43 years old I was always wondering why it didn’t work I didn’t give a fuck I just bought my buddies electric grease gun one day I got curious which was today and thanks to your help I figured out what was going on didn’t see anything that wasn’t right just ran some WD40 through the whole shooting match took the check ball and everything out cleaned it all up plopped her back together and she’s working good as new

[@jeffreyfullwood6417]

Thank you

[@ghostpepperrides4805]

Great information.

[@callawayken650]

Where can I get the rubber follower part? I have a couple of grease guns and the rubber is torn on them. G100 follower rubber for example.

[@lincolnindustrial]

We have large network of distributors willing to assist, Please contact our technical support department at 1-844-772-1341 or by email at [e-mail] so they can find the closest representative near you!
~John

[@Jason22Douce]

Where can you get grease cartridge caps ? For when you want to store a used cartridge outside of grease gun

[@rickr2029]

Yes. You can use tin foil or a plastic storage bag with rubber bands. Monitor periodically to make sure they are still in place.

[@dannaylor8794]

Have old small grease gun I inherited, can I use wd-40 or pb blaster to soak the parts to help clean out the very old nasty grease? P. S. It hasn't been used in years. T. I. A.

[@lincolnindustrial]

WD40(original) and PB Blaster(original) are not necessarily cleaners, they were originally formulated as rust inhibitors and penetrants for loosening rusty bolts. I'm sure the respective brands have a cleaner/degreaser in their product lineup. For cleaning, a good practice is to use mineral spirits or an equivalent solvent. If heavily soiled, try to wipe off any chunks first, allow parts to soak for a bit in the mineral spirits, then scrub with a nylon brush.
~ John

[@Steve-ul8qb]

Thanks mate. Grease gun now working :)

[@camomanofcranham]

great video, just picked up a pneumatic grease gun and looking to maintain it correctly I found your video which is so so informative in a direct way....I plan on cleaning the gun with brake cleaner with this be ok?...thanks guys..

[@lincolnindustrial]

Brake Cleaner usually have acetone in them which may damage plastics. we recommend using mineral spirits as the cleaner of choice.
~ John

[@camomanofcranham]

@@lincolnindustrial thanks for getting back to me, I'll use white spirit, that'll do the trick....

[@allenhenry1113]

What causes grease to get on the plunger side of the gun?

[@lincolnindustrial]

Multiple different factors. In older units, could be a worn or dried out wiper, o'ring that seals against the follower rod could be worn. main seal between the tube and head is damaged/worn/missing. all units new or old may see seepage if unit is left unused with pressure on the grease in the tube assembly. Grease guns are meant to be used. If unit is to be used once or twice in a short amount of time(say a day or two) then stored for a significant amount of time, we recommend removing the grease cartridge and storing the gun empty. Doing so will reduce the risk of grease finding its way on the spring side of the tube assembly.
~ John