Dexter EZ Lubes, use or not?
My TT has Dexter EZ Lube bearings/axles. The video on their web site show that the bearings can be "re-packed" without removing the wheels/seals/bearings in the traditional manner. However, some fol...
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I have 'em, don't use 'em. It's a good concept but doesn't work and isn't needed. Repack the old-fashioned way when you feel the need.
My trailer was two years old when I repacked the bearings. They had plenty of grease on them and I have never used the EZ Lube feature. The other thing is you can blow grease past the inner bearing seal and get it on your brakes. EZ Lube also fills the hub with unnecessary grease. The only time that might be needed is on a boat trailer to displace water entry.
Frankly, I think trailer bearings get way too much unneeded attention. When did anyone last do the bearings on their truck?
The only thing I would suggest, if one has the mechanical ability, is to do an initial inspection of the bearings, ensure they've got plenty of grease and that the bearing nut is tightened properly. Put it back together and forget about it.
If a bearing is bad it's going to fail regardless of the grease.
Once you're satisfied that all is well, you shouldn't have to mess with your bearings again (or at least for several years).
My trailer was two years old when I repacked the bearings. They had plenty of grease on them and I have never used the EZ Lube feature. The other thing is you can blow grease past the inner bearing seal and get it on your brakes. EZ Lube also fills the hub with unnecessary grease. The only time that might be needed is on a boat trailer to displace water entry.
Frankly, I think trailer bearings get way too much unneeded attention. When did anyone last do the bearings on their truck?
The only thing I would suggest, if one has the mechanical ability, is to do an initial inspection of the bearings, ensure they've got plenty of grease and that the bearing nut is tightened properly. Put it back together and forget about it.
If a bearing is bad it's going to fail regardless of the grease.
Once you're satisfied that all is well, you shouldn't have to mess with your bearings again (or at least for several years).
