Re-packing bearings
I have a 2007 Fuzion fifth wheel and paid $125 per axle (X3 axles) 2 years ago to have the bearings serviced. I can't see paying that again when it seems easy enough to do it myself. I took the tir...
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352 wrote:Mont G&J wrote:
I like and use the E-Z lube method.
I predict, the inexperienced without some mechanical knowledge attempting to repack wheel bearings will cause more harm than good and that will lead to an early bearing failure.
Clicky: Best method for the inexperienced.
When you are not educated on subjects sometimes you pay the price.
I respectfully disagree, 352! The manufacturer specifically instructs people to service the axle in this manner. Following the manufacturer's instructions is generally the best way to stay out of trouble in most things mechanical....
Just because we've "always done it that way" doesn't mean that we've always done it the RIGHT way! We used to start cars with a crank through the radiator, too, but most all of us have moved to newer methods! ;)
