Lets talk about Bearing Buddies

MFL wrote:

popeyemth wrote:
I for one was not aware till I read the PDF that one is supposed to rotate the wheel as the grease is changed. Perhaps others with poor experiences were unaware of this requirement .

I mentioned earlier about following instructions for using E-Z lube. I think some owners don't receive the info, and don't search for it.

There is much misunderstanding,such as over greasing, blown seals, etc. The old grease is pushed out the front, it comes out right around your grease gun tip, as you pump. If you over grease, the new will flow out the front. This is why it is most important to use the double lip, spring tentioned seals, specified for the E-Z lube system. I also use the recommended grease, and use the same each time.

I agree the hand pack is best, when done by someone that knows what they are doing. The RV shop likely won't have their top tech greasing bearings. I know there are many qualified people on this forum, and some not so much. I would have to wonder, if 10 average joes, packed their own bearings/replaced seals, how many would have done it correctly? Upon reassembly, did they all torque the nut just right, before backing off, and finger tight? Did they all replace the seals, with no damage, and used the right ones?

Just sayin, whatever the method, if things aren't done properly, problems will arise.

Correct use of the E-Z lube system is better than not greasing at all, and I think the reason for many trailers having them on from the factory.

Happy New Year to all,
Jerry