GMT830 wrote:
Seal surface is key. If it looks like it will hold grease, than I would use a cutting wheel to get the races off and give it a try. Plenty of good quality grease, I use Mobil 1. That looks like a bearing buddy in the end of the axle. Not really necessary on an RV, prevents proper maintenance and causes damage like this.
That is not a "BearingBuddy" in the end of the spindle, it looks like the grease zerk for an "E-Z-Lube" axle. A "Bearing Buddy" replaces the hub dust cap, and it is intended to be used on boat trailers to pressurize the hub to keep water out.
A competent mechanic can remove that bearing race, smooth out the dents and scars, install a Speedi-Sleeve on the seal surface, and that spindle will be usable again.
IF it isn't bent!
Or, a competent shop can remove the damaged spindle and install a new one. The parts are readily available.
Good luck, whichever way you decide to go.
