Bearing Question
I asked this in the travel trailer forum in a thread about seals and decided that asking here might be more appropriate: I repacked the bearings on one side of my trailer that had the factory lube ...
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MFL wrote:Good point, I should have mentioned that but it's a good idea to lube the axle/shaft before pressing on the bearing. I use anti-seize. That will help prevent the corresponding spot on the axle from getting worse.
I agree with above, it appears to be a dry rust mark. If there is no pitting, should be good to go.
I very lightly grease the shaft, before reinstalling the hub.
Jerry
