I've been a car hauler on and off since 2002. I have never heard ratchets as squeaky as the one on my 2023 Cottrell quick loader. The squeaking begins when the strap tension begins. I don't think I've ever had ratchets squeak so bad that it became a concern. Does anyone know the best way to fix this problem?
Very squeeky ratchets.
Discussion in 'Car Hauler and Auto Carrier Trucking Forum' started by MooneyBravo, May 19, 2025.
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I use liquid wrench lubricating oil (not penetrant) it's in a blue can. Seems to last longer than WD and it's a bit more slippery. You can usually get the outer bushing behind the teeth, and the inner one is easy
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Lol you must be a Southern boy. Otherwise you would carry a few cans of WD 40 or something similar. I spray mine every couple weeks.
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I keep them coated with gear oil. They stay silky smooth all year long. Sometimes WD40 to clean them off every now and then before applying new oil. I used the same protocol for binders too.
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That's a lot of spraying. You think these things would have grease fittings on them. I'm sure the grease would last way longer.broke down plumber and OldeSkool Thank this. -
White lithium grease .
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