Leaking Lippert Axle Seals
I seem to remember reading a post or two about the seals on some Lippert axles being problematic. Searched but couldn't find anything. FWIW, the brakes on our 5th wheel toy hauler (with 7k Lippe...
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We sell a warranty Forever on ALL new vehicles. This requires that the Trailer seals MUST be checked every year to keep the warranty in force. We have found that LCI does a LOUSY job of
1. packing the bearings correctly
2. Using low temp bearing grease
3. AND if you have the bearing buddy system, THAT will cause the grease to bulge out the seals IF NOT greased correctly for the Bearing Buddy system.
So, yes, there is a problem with LCI Axle systems. If you have one, make sure you pull them down that first year and repack with hi temp grease and install new seals. LCI may warranty, but it is a pain to jump thru the hoops to get LCI to warranty these type issues. Doug
1. packing the bearings correctly
2. Using low temp bearing grease
3. AND if you have the bearing buddy system, THAT will cause the grease to bulge out the seals IF NOT greased correctly for the Bearing Buddy system.
So, yes, there is a problem with LCI Axle systems. If you have one, make sure you pull them down that first year and repack with hi temp grease and install new seals. LCI may warranty, but it is a pain to jump thru the hoops to get LCI to warranty these type issues. Doug
