jeanp
Newbie RV’er
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Post by jeanp on Mar 1, 2017 13:31:51 GMT -5
My owners manual does not address this issue. Is it necessary to grease the wheel bearings on this particular unit? If so, how do I get the hub dust cover off to do it?
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Post by lynnmor on Mar 1, 2017 15:07:25 GMT -5
Some folks grab the cover with large pliers and rock it back and forth till it comes off. I don't like the damage that causes, so I tap a thin screwdriver under the edge and pry it off.
You should have went over the wheel bearings before putting the trailer in service, the axle company often does a poor job of greasing and adjusting.
I had bearing failures because of the cheap junk Chinese bearings used. I now run made in USA Timken bearings and good quality wheel bearing grease.
For the proper service procedure on your brakes and bearings, Dexter Axle has information on their website. Even if you have a different brand axle, they are all the same. Don't trust much of what you might find on the internet, but you already know that. If you have any concerns, report back.
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Post by Chuck on Mar 2, 2017 13:15:33 GMT -5
jeanp
I like lynnmor use a screwdriver to pry off the axle cap off some of my trailers, others I take to the
local major tire shop were they pull the complete wheel assembly check and clean the bearings. Then repack
such with good grease, put everything back on and adjust the brakes accordingly for around $100 an axle,
money well spent because I know it's done right ....
Also like lynmor if bearing need replace i will not settle for second best I demand they install Timken
bearings, race's and seals ......
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Post by esox07 on Mar 12, 2017 19:48:27 GMT -5
I agree with above. I just use a screwdriver to carefully pry the dust covers off. I would check the bearings each spring and if it looks like they need new grease, then pull them off and clean them up, inspect them, and if they are in good shape, regrease them and reinstall. Don't just stick more grease in them on top of the old stuff.
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