My bearing failure story
This weekend I had a bearing failure on my trailer. I had no idea until somebody flagged me down with frantic hand gestures. I knew something was wrong but didn't know what. I looked in my mirrors but...
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I had a bearing fail about 15 miles from home (heading out). Same scenario- hub smoking, wheel wobbling but brake was OK. Limped to an auto parts and got replacement parts which I installed right there.
Yes it could have been worse. Yes you should carry spare parts and learn how to replace them before it happens again.
Wheel bearings are a perfect example of the benefit of preventive maintenance. Need to check for absence of wearing/scoring, adequate grease, proper adjustment etc.
I have since purchased an infrared thermometer to check hub temps, but your best insurance is to pull the wheels and LOOK before you leave.
Yes it could have been worse. Yes you should carry spare parts and learn how to replace them before it happens again.
Wheel bearings are a perfect example of the benefit of preventive maintenance. Need to check for absence of wearing/scoring, adequate grease, proper adjustment etc.
I have since purchased an infrared thermometer to check hub temps, but your best insurance is to pull the wheels and LOOK before you leave.
