How Often to Pack Wheel Bearings
How often should I get the wheel bearings repacked? Had to replace axles about a year ago and the guy told me I should probably repack the bearings once a year since I only take a few trips a year. ...
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PokerCamper wrote:
OK, I am now completely freaking out. We leave on our first trip of the year a week from tomorrow and it's going to be about 1500 miles. My fiver is a 2012 that we bought used last June and it has been parked since October. The previous owner was obsessed with maintenance and had it serviced every fall by the dealer so I know it's been taken care of, but I'm concerned about the suggestion that the bearings be packed annually. I handled the winterizing and other seasonal issues OK, but am not a mechanic and wouldn't remotely consider doing this myself for fear of doing something wrong. At the same time, I probably don't have time to make an appointment and have this done for me before we leave. Somebody please tell me that we're OK so I can stop worrying. :)
I had one trailer 4 years and one 7 and never repacked the bearings. It was just fine. I have known many people who are like me and have not done it either. Not saying it is a good thing but never a problem. Yes, I know it could be but don't sweat it if you bought it last year. When was the last time you had the bearings on your automobile repacked? I am just saying, RELAX, you bought a rig from a meticulous person.
