Question about Eazy lube axles
Hey all, I'll be picking up my Passport 2400BH on Monday. i have a question about the Ez-lube axles, which I am assuming are just like bearing buddies. How does the grease reach the inner bearing...
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It's commonly considered a sales gimmick, and is an option from the axle manufacturer. The option gains the user nothing in terms of service interval, just knowing they have a zerk makes them happy.
IMHO it came to the RV world from the boat trailers with bearing buddies, which are useful.
Where does the old grease go? What is the bearing preload or end play? What shape are the bearings in?
It's also a common misconception that the wheel is to be spun during the process, yet it's not part of the manual procedures. Spinning the axle will compleatly fill the cavity, causing the bearings to run hot.
Check out the timken site on common failures, overpacking is on the list along with under packing and too much preload.
IMHO it came to the RV world from the boat trailers with bearing buddies, which are useful.
Where does the old grease go? What is the bearing preload or end play? What shape are the bearings in?
It's also a common misconception that the wheel is to be spun during the process, yet it's not part of the manual procedures. Spinning the axle will compleatly fill the cavity, causing the bearings to run hot.
Check out the timken site on common failures, overpacking is on the list along with under packing and too much preload.
