Schaeffer's 221, 238, or 274 grease?

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What is better for my trucks suspension and linkage: Schaeffer's 221, 238, or 274 grease? I like the idea or extra moly in the 221 and 238, but I don't know if I need an "extra tackifier" that is in 238. The 274 seems to be better at colder temps. I have been in temps that go below 0*F (-18*C), so the 274 looks better. I like the idea of having an Aluminum Complex, rather than in inferiority inferior complex.

I am currently using Valvoline DuraBlend Moly Grease. Specs below.

NLGI Grade - 2
Soap Base - Lithium Complex
Color - Blue
ASTM Worked Penetration @ - 77°F 275
ASTM Dropping Point, °F - 545
Kinematic Vis @ 40° C, cSt - 129.5
Kinematic Vis @ 100° C, cSt - 14.5
Viscosity Index - (110)
Pour Point °C - (-18)
Timken OK Load, lbs min - 50
 
For your application, the grease you are using is just fine. As for as which one of those Sheaffer greases is best, I would ask Salesrep.
 
All of these Schaeffer greases will work great for your suspension. Schaeffer's #238 is the "hulk" of the Schaeffers grease line-up and if only using for suspension will work the best, though it is really splitting hairs between these three Schaeffers oil products.
 
I use 238 in everything from ball joints to 4" excavator pins,5th wheels on and on this grease just works!

but like rep said there all good.
 
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