nev-r-lube axles
I own a 2003 Alpenlite fifth-wheel trailer(which I am very pleased to have). The trailer has nev-r-lube axles. I have taken the trailer in the past and had the axles checked out along with other item...
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slotsavegas wrote:
Dexter only warrants these bearings for a period of 5 years. Considering the cost of a new hub and bearing as well as possible damage brought on by a failed bearing. I will have all 4 of mine pressed out and new bearings installed every 5 years.
By the way, the Dexter hub and bearing is very costly. Timken (not sure of part #) replacement bearings are much cheaper and if replaced before the hub is damaged even better to replace early.
I believe the warranty is 5 years or 100,000 miles.
That doesn't mean it's junk at that point.
Actually it's a pretty good warranty.
What is the warranty on standard bearings?
Around the block?:B For certain it isn't anywhere close to what the Neverlubes are. Yet you don't see people fretting over them when the warranty is over.
As for the cost. What does it cost to have regular bearins repacked every year? Total that up for 5 years and see how the math works out.
The main causes of regular bearing failures is improper adjustment ,and improper packing/greasing. This is a non factor for the Neverlubes.
