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gmg's avatar
gmg
Explorer
Nov 08, 2019

Wheel Bearings

We recently experienced a broken right side spring shackle. We actually drove about 500 miles on it before we discovered the problem. The trailer was sagging on the right side. The spring shackles were resting against the trailer frame. My question is do you think that would have caused any damage to the wheel bearings. The service guy that is repairing the suspension is recommending repacking the bearings due to our towing the trailer in that condition. What are your opinions. Thanks.
  • Lynnmor's avatar
    Lynnmor
    Explorer
    Nov 09, 2019
    The wheel probably was severely out of alignment and was operating with a side load on the bearings. The mechanic understands this and gave reasonable advice.
  • fj12ryder's avatar
    fj12ryder
    Explorer III
    Nov 09, 2019
    Pretty much a temporary fix, after all grease is just basically oil in suspension.
  • ScottG's avatar
    ScottG
    Nomad
    Nov 08, 2019
    There's no connection but if it hasn't been done in a long time and you want to spring for it, get them all packed.
  • Ivylog's avatar
    Ivylog
    Explorer III
    Nov 08, 2019
    What difference does it make if the trailer was leaning a little to the wheel bearings??? Pull the caps and if the grease is soft put the cap back on. If hard, put 90 weight oil in the cap and put back on.
  • midnightsadie's avatar
    midnightsadie
    Explorer II
    Nov 08, 2019
    can,t hurt and should not be a big expense. p.s a new seal also and no china bearings put back in.

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